What can chickens eat? A list of the healthiest foods.
Determining the nutritional value of foods for chickens can be quite challenging, especially for beginners. It’s not always easy to discern which foods are beneficial for their health and which ones may pose potential harm.
“Can chickens eat…?” is a question I am frequently asked.
Certainly, chickens require a properly balanced and high-quality chicken feed tailored to each stage of their life cycle.
Occasionally, supplementing the feed can be beneficial, as it provides essential nutrients and may even alleviate the need for antibiotics in the chicken’s diet.
Provided that these foods constitute less than 20% of the overall diet, they will promote the health and well-being of your flock.
On this page, I have compiled a collection of my articles, drawing from years of experience, extensive evidence-based research in the field of poultry, and continuous feedback from my own flocks, which can be quite meticulous at times.
Each headline or button link directs you to a comprehensive list of the most widely available and nutritious options, enabling you to immediately begin providing a balanced diet for your chickens.
If you haven’t found what you’re looking for, don’t worry. There’s a comprehensive “catch-all” list at the end of the page that might help.
