Web24 jun. 2024 · Its 18% protein, somewhat lower calcium than typical "layer", and I continue to free choice oyster shell. My hatchlings are on 24% until they are fully integrated with the adult flock, around week 6-7. Best mix of price, flock health, weight gain, and risk/reward ratio for my management practices. Allsfairinloveandbugs, Cazook, Dishens and 4 others Web18 jan. 2024 · Laying chickens do lay on 14-17% protein levels. However, they don't thrive. Most layer pellets have around 16% protein- not formulated for increased egg size. Hens fed with higher protein levels (around 20 and …
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Web20 jul. 2024 · I think a person should feed their chickens what they want, I also feel that those Smart People that make/sell layer are smarter Than I am and "Most" all the layer feed is in the 16% protein area. Even I mix a lot of mine---I shoot for 16% and my Layers do a great job. But I do Not knock anyone if they want to feed 18, 20, 24%, etc. hope bold and beautiful leaving
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Web26 jun. 2024 · Protein wise layer feed contains similar levels of protein to grower feed, around 16-18%, however has extra calcium to ensure that their eggshells are crisp, clean and crunchy. Feeding layer feed to baby … Web20 dec. 2024 · Hens will also need more energy when they begin laying eggs. Protein – Chickens will need a different amount of protein depending on their age. Chicks up to six weeks of age require 20-22% protein in their feed, seven weeks to layers need a minimum of 14-16% protein, and once they start laying, they require 15-18% protein. Web24 feb. 2024 · Layer mix was formulated by the commercial industry to provide the MINIMUM amount of protein to keep a hen alive and producing eggs at a minimal cost. The hens are killed when they stop laying eggs for their first molt. Sally PB, U_Stormcrow, CKfarm22 and 4 others Feb 24, 2024 #7 3KillerBs Addict 13 Years Jul 10, 2009 22,897 … long lost son gabrielle anwar