Can Chickens Eat Bread? What I Learned After Feeding My Flock for 2 Years

Last winter, I was clearing out my kitchen pantry and found three half-used loaves going stale on the counter. My eight hens were scratching around the run in that bored, restless way they get when the ground is frozen and there’s nothing interesting to forage. Naturally, my first thought was free treats. But before I tossed the bread over the fence, I stopped myself and did what any responsible flock owner should do. I looked into it first.

What I found surprised me. Not because bread is some kind of deadly poison for chickens (it isn’t), but because the truth is more nuanced than the quick “yes” or “no” you’ll find on most websites. After two years of feeding, and deliberately not feeding, bread to my flock of Buff Orpingtons, Rhode Island Reds, and Easter Eggers, tracking their egg production, shell quality, and body weight, here’s everything I learned about feeding bread to chickens. The good, the bad, and the genuinely dangerous.

Can Chickens Eat Bread? The Straight Answer

Yes, chickens can eat bread as an occasional treat. It should be offered only as an occasional treat, and it is not very nutritious and should not replace their regular feed. Plain, fresh bread, whether white, whole wheat, or multigrain, in small amounts is safe for healthy adult chickens. But safe doesn’t mean good for them.

Here’s the reality most people skip over: a slice of white bread contains about 13 grams of carbohydrates but only 2 grams of protein, falling far short of a chicken’s dietary needs. Your laying hens need a diet of 16% to 18% protein with 2.5% to 4% calcium to maintain healthy egg production, and those are requirements that bread doesn’t come close to meeting.

Quick Answer: Chickens can eat bread as an occasional treat. Plain, fresh bread (white, whole grain, sourdough) in small amounts is safe for adult chickens. However, bread is nutritionally poor and should never exceed 10% of their diet. Never feed moldy bread, raw dough, or bread to baby chicks under 12 weeks old.

When I first tossed bread crumbs to my hens, they went absolutely wild, chasing each other across the run and snatching pieces from one another’s beaks. My dominant Buff Orpington, Goldie, grabbed an entire crust and spent five minutes dodging the rest of the flock. But within 30 minutes, I noticed something important: they completely ignored their layer feed in the feeder. That was my first red flag, and it’s exactly why moderation matters.

Why Bread Is Not Good for Chickens: A Real Nutritional Breakdown

Let me break down exactly why bread is considered “junk food” for your flock. Bread is mostly carbs and doesn’t have much protein, calcium, or vitamins, which means it isn’t a good food for chickens. If you give chickens bread too often, they might not make as many eggs, and the birds’ health might be affected.

I compared the nutritional profile of a standard slice of white bread against the layer feed I use (a 16% protein commercial pellet), and the difference is stark:

Nutrient	White Bread (1 Slice, ~28g)	Layer Feed (Equivalent Weight)	What Laying Hens Need
Protein	2–3g (~8%)	~5g (~16–18%)	16–18% of total diet
Calcium	~30mg	~1,100mg+	2.5–4% of diet for layers
Fat	~1g	~3–5g	3–5% of diet
Key Vitamins	Minimal	A, D3, E, K, B-complex	Full spectrum daily
Fiber	~0.6g	~4–5g	Supports digestion

That table tells the whole story. A typical slice contains around 15g of carbs but only 3 to 4g of protein and minimal micronutrients compared to commercial poultry feeds. When your hens fill up on bread, they consume less of their balanced commercial feed, risking deficiencies in calcium, vitamins, and amino acids essential for egg quality and overall health.

Calcium is the nutrient I worry about most. Your laying hens need a consistent supply of calcium to form strong eggshells, and that’s why you’ll find oyster shell and grit in every experienced keeper’s coop. According to information from the University of Maryland Extension, hens in active lay require 2.5% to 4% dietary calcium for proper shell formation. A single slice of white bread delivers roughly 30mg of calcium, which is barely a fraction of what a hen laying one egg per day actually needs.

I saw this firsthand. When I experimented with giving my girls bread two days in a row, they didn’t finish their layer feed that evening. By the third morning, one of my Easter Eggers laid a soft-shelled egg, thin, rubbery, and cracked the moment she shifted in the nesting box. I immediately stopped the bread and supplemented with extra calcium. Within 48 hours, the shells were back to normal. Coincidence? Maybe. But I’ve never tested it again.

Can Chickens Eat Bread Every Day?

No. This is one of the most common questions I get, and the answer is unambiguous. It is not advisable to feed chickens bread every day. While they can consume small amounts as a treat, a daily diet of bread lacks the necessary nutrients for their overall health and may lead to nutritional imbalances.

Beyond simple nutritional deficiency, daily bread feeding creates a more insidious problem: obesity. Chickens can easily become overweight if they eat too many carbs. Just like us, their bodies are not designed to process large amounts of simple carbohydrates on a daily basis. This can lead to all sorts of health problems down the road, including heart and liver disease.

This isn’t a vague warning. There’s a specific, well-documented condition called Fatty Liver Hemorrhagic Syndrome (FLHS) that every backyard chicken owner should know about. According to the Merck Veterinary Manual, fatty liver hemorrhagic syndrome is a metabolic disorder of chickens that typically causes sudden death in birds fed high-energy diets with limited exercise. And this isn’t just a commercial farming problem. FLHS is actually a leading noninfectious cause of death in backyard chickens.

Research published in Veterinary Pathology examined 76 backyard chickens diagnosed with FLHS. A majority of the birds were female (99%), obese (97.5%), and in active lay (69.7%). The affected breeds included Rhode Island Reds, Wyandottes, Ameraucanas, Orpingtons, Brahmas, and Silkies, which are many of the most popular backyard breeds.

The connection to bread is straightforward. When carbohydrates (starch) are used instead of fat for synthesis of fatty acids and yolk components, there is increased metabolic stress in the liver. Bread is almost pure starch. Feed it daily, and you’re loading your hens with exactly the kind of excess energy that contributes to fatty liver disease.

My rule is simple. Bread goes out once a week at most, and only after my girls have eaten their layer feed for the day. Treats of any kind, bread included, should stay under 10% of their total diet. If you want to learn more about structuring your flock’s meals, I wrote a full guide on the best feeding schedule for backyard chickens.

Can Chickens Eat White Bread?

Yes, you can feed chickens white bread occasionally. However, it’s crucial to remember that white bread offers limited nutritional value, so it should be given sparingly alongside a well-balanced diet. Of all the bread types, white bread sits at the bottom of the nutrition ladder for your flock. It’s the most processed, lowest in fiber, and highest in simple carbohydrates.

That said, not all breads are created equal. Chickens can eat whole grain, multigrain, sourdough, or plain white bread in small quantities. Whole grain options are better due to higher fiber and nutrients.

Here’s my complete bread safety chart based on two years of feeding different types to my flock:

Bread Type	Safe for Chickens?	Notes
Plain white bread	✅ Yes (sparingly)	Lowest nutritional value of all types
Whole wheat / multigrain	✅ Yes (best option)	Slightly more fiber and protein
Sourdough (fully baked)	✅ Yes	Baking kills active yeast cultures
Bread crusts	✅ Yes	Same nutrition as the bread itself
Bread crumbs	✅ Yes	Easy to scatter; great for foraging enrichment
Bread rolls	✅ Yes	Tear into small pieces first
Stale bread (not moldy)	✅ Yes	Crumble for easier digestion
Garlic or onion bread	❌ No	Garlic and onion can damage red blood cells in chickens
Sweet or sugary bread	⚠️ Caution	Excess sugar disrupts crop pH balance
Moldy bread	❌ NEVER	Mycotoxins, potentially fatal (see below)
Raw bread dough	❌ NEVER	Yeast expands in crop, can be fatal (see below)
Bread soaked in milk	⚠️ Small amounts	Extra calories; decent winter treat

Steer clear of breads with added sugar, salt, garlic, onions, or preservatives. If there’s any question about what’s in the bread, toss it in the compost, not the chicken run.

Can Chickens Eat Bread Scraps, Crusts, and Crumbs?

This question comes up constantly, especially from keepers who hate wasting food. The short answer: yes to all three, with the same moderation rules. Just like regular bread, bread crusts are generally safe for chickens to consume in moderation. However, it’s important to remember that the nutritional value of bread crusts is quite low compared to the balanced diet they should be getting from their regular feed or foraging.

Bread crumbs are actually my preferred way to give bread to my flock, and here’s why. When you crumble bread and scatter the pieces across the run, you encourage natural foraging behavior. My hens spend 20 minutes scratching and pecking through the bedding to find every last crumb instead of gulping down whole chunks. This mimics the foraging they’d do in the wild, keeps them mentally stimulated, and most importantly, prevents any single hen from hogging all the bread.

If you’ve ever watched your flock, you know the pecking order is real. When I toss whole slices, Goldie (my bossy Buff Orpington) grabs the biggest piece and the smaller hens get nothing. Crumbling and scattering solves that problem completely. For more ideas on keeping your flock enriched, check out my guide on how to encourage natural foraging in chickens.

One important note: always remove uneaten bread from the run within a couple of hours. Bread left in warm, humid conditions grows mold quickly, and moldy bread, as you’re about to learn, is an entirely different level of dangerous.

Can Chickens Eat Moldy Bread? ⚠️ Critical Safety Warning

Never feed moldy bread to chickens. This is not a “maybe.” This is not a “just cut off the moldy part.” This is a clear, non-negotiable safety rule.

I’m putting this in the strongest possible terms because I’ve seen well-meaning chicken keepers toss bread with “just a small spot of mold” to their flock, thinking the chickens can handle it. They cannot.

The danger comes from mycotoxins, which are toxic compounds produced by certain mold species. According to the Merck Veterinary Manual, the most common mycotoxins associated with mycotoxicoses in poultry include aflatoxins, fumonisins, zearalenone, ochratoxins, and trichothecenes such as deoxynivalenol and T-2 toxins. Information from Penn State Extension confirms that mycotoxicoses are diseases that result from consumption or exposure to these fungal metabolites. The fungi that produce them belong primarily to the Aspergillus, Penicillium, and Fusarium genera, and they can cause serious, sometimes fatal, health problems in chickens.

Here’s what makes moldy bread so treacherous. Even low-level exposure to mycotoxins over time can depress a chicken’s immune system, reduce their resistance to infections, and steadily lower productivity. According to information from the U.S. Food Safety and Inspection Service, when a food shows heavy mold growth, the mold has already sent invisible “root” threads deep into the food. Poisonous substances are often contained in and around these threads. In some cases, the toxins may have spread throughout the entire loaf.

This means you cannot simply cut off the visible mold. By the time you see green or white fuzzy spots on bread, invisible mold threads and their mycotoxins may have already spread through every slice.

Symptoms of Mycotoxicosis in Chickens

Acute cases caused by high levels of mycotoxin ingestion can result in death and a marked decline in productivity with obvious clinical signs. However, in most real-world situations, mycotoxicosis is chronic and caused by low-level ingestion over time, resulting in a slow, measurable decline in performance that you might not even notice right away.

Watch for these warning signs if you suspect mycotoxin exposure:

• Lethargy and reduced activity
• Decreased egg production or brittle, thin-shelled eggs
• Diarrhea or abnormal droppings
• Pale combs and wattles (indicating blood loss or anemia)
• Respiratory distress, including labored breathing and wheezing
• Weight loss despite normal eating
• Paralysis or incoordination in severe cases

I almost made this mistake once. I found a loaf of whole wheat bread in the back of my pantry that looked perfectly fine on the outside. It smelled normal. But when I tore it open to check before tossing it to the hens, there was a web of pale green mold running through the center slices that wasn’t visible at all from the crust. That loaf went straight into the trash. Not the compost, and definitely not the chicken run.

If you suspect your chicken has consumed moldy food and is showing any of the symptoms above, contact an avian veterinarian immediately. For guidance on recognizing illness in your flock, visit my how to tell if a chicken is sick guide, or review when it’s time to call the vet for a backyard chicken.

Can Chickens Eat Raw Bread Dough? 🚨 Danger Alert

Raw bread dough is one of the most dangerous things you can feed a chicken. If moldy bread is dangerous, raw dough is potentially lethal, and the reason comes down to basic chemistry.

You should never give your chickens bread dough because it can be genuinely life-threatening. When bread dough is mixed, the yeast begins to break down the carbohydrates in the flour, releasing carbon dioxide gas in the process. This is what makes bread rise as it bakes. If a chicken eats bread dough, the process of fermentation will continue inside their warm crop. The carbon dioxide gas will build up and cause the crop to expand, potentially leading to a condition called bloat. This is a very serious condition that can be fatal if not treated quickly.

But bloating isn’t the only threat. The yeast also produces alcohol as a byproduct of fermentation. So your chicken is simultaneously dealing with a swelling mass in their crop, pressure on their airway, and alcohol poisoning. It’s a triple threat that can kill quickly.

What about sourdough? Sourdough bread, once fully baked, is generally safe for chickens in moderation. The baking process kills the active yeast culture, neutralizing the risk of it fermenting inside the chicken’s crop. The key distinction is baked versus raw. Once any bread, whether sourdough, white, or whole wheat, comes out of the oven, the yeast is dead and inert. It’s the unbaked dough that’s the killer.

If you bake bread at home like I do, be especially vigilant about dough scraps. I always clean my baking area thoroughly and keep my kitchen door closed while dough is rising. Even a small ball of raw dough that falls to the floor can be snatched up by a curious hen if they have access to your kitchen or garden.

For a deeper understanding of how the crop works and what happens when it goes wrong, my article on chicken health checks covers how to feel your hen’s crop for abnormalities, and my guide on chicken diarrhea and health problems walks through the digestive issues that can follow.

Can Baby Chickens Eat Bread?

No. Baby chicks should not eat bread. This is one area where I’m adamant, and the reasoning is backed by clear nutritional science.

You should never feed chicks bread, even though they will happily eat it. Chicks have delicate digestive systems that are not yet equipped to deal with complex carbohydrates like those found in flour. Too much bread can cause digestive issues, impaction, and even lead to fatal dehydration in chicks.

Young chicks have incredibly specific nutritional requirements during their first weeks of life. They need a starter feed with 18% to 22% protein and around 1% calcium to support their explosive early growth. Bones, feathers, organs, and immune system development are all happening simultaneously. Bread, at roughly 8% protein and negligible calcium, doesn’t come close.

Here’s my age-based guideline that I follow with every new batch of chicks:

Chick Age	Can They Eat Bread?	What to Feed Instead
0–8 weeks	❌ Absolutely not	Starter feed (18–22% protein), chick grit
8–12 weeks	❌ Not recommended	Grower feed (16–18% protein)
12–16 weeks	⚠️ Only a tiny crumb	Grower feed; begin introducing small treats
16–20 weeks	⚠️ Small amounts okay	Transition to layer feed
20+ weeks (adult)	✅ Yes, as an occasional treat	Layer feed (16% protein, 3.5–4% calcium) + treats ≤ 10%

The temptation is real. Baby chicks are adorable, and you want to give them treats. But their developing digestive systems simply cannot handle it. If you want to know when it’s safe to start introducing new foods, I covered this in detail in my guide on when to switch from starter to grower feed.

Can Chickens Eat Bread Soaked in Milk?

This is an old homesteader’s trick that I actually use, with some caveats. Soaking bread in milk (or better yet, yogurt or kefir) adds a modest amount of protein and calcium that plain bread lacks. It can also make the bread easier to digest since the moisture helps prevent it from forming a dry, gummy ball in the crop.

Experienced poultry keepers on homesteading forums point out that adding dairy like yogurt or kefir to the bread can support eggshell quality thanks to the extra calcium. I pair this with free-choice oyster shell to make sure my layers always have access to the calcium they need.

Here is my personal winter bread mash recipe, which my hens absolutely demolish:

• Half a slice of whole wheat bread, torn into pea-sized pieces
• Soaked in a few tablespoons of warm water
• A splash of apple cider vinegar (roughly 1 tablespoon per gallon; I use it in their water too, and here’s my full guide on apple cider vinegar for chickens)
• A small handful of rolled oats
• A tablespoon of crushed eggshell for extra calcium

On mornings below 20°F (-6°C) here in the Midwest, I warm the water slightly before mixing everything together. My hens devour it in under three minutes flat. It’s not a substitute for their layer feed, but it’s a quick energy boost that gets them moving on the coldest mornings. For more cold-weather nutrition ideas, check out my complete guide on what to feed chickens in winter.

A word of caution: dairy can cause loose droppings in some chickens since they have limited ability to process lactose. Start small, observe your flock, and use fermented dairy products (yogurt, kefir) instead of straight milk when possible. The fermentation process breaks down most of the lactose.

Can Chickens Eat Bread in Winter?

Winter is the one context where bread has a slight advantage over some other treats. The carbohydrates in bread provide quick energy, and digesting those carbs generates body heat, which is exactly what your flock needs when temperatures drop below freezing.

That said, cracked corn and scratch grains are better winter energy sources than bread because they’re more calorie-dense, easier to digest, and don’t carry the same crop impaction risk. The traditional homesteader approach of tossing scratch grains in the evening, so hens digest them overnight and generate heat while roosting, is a time-tested strategy for a reason. I break down the differences in my article on feed vs. scratch grains.

If you do want to include bread in your winter feeding routine, the warm bread mash I described above is the safest approach. The added moisture prevents crop impaction, and mixing bread with other ingredients like oats, crushed eggshell, and vegetables dilutes its poor nutritional profile while making it a more complete snack.

For a full winter care strategy, including how to keep water liquid and coops warm, read my guides on winterizing your chicken coop, keeping chicken water from freezing without electricity, and raising chickens in cold climates. If you’re in Australia and dealing with opposite seasonal challenges, my guide to keeping chickens cool in Australian summers may be more relevant.

Can Chickens Eat Breadfruit?

Breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) is not bread at all. It’s a starchy tropical fruit native to the Pacific Islands, Southeast Asia, and parts of the Caribbean. This question comes up mostly from keepers in Australia, Hawaii, and tropical regions where breadfruit trees are common.

Yes, chickens can eat breadfruit. Research has evaluated feeding chickens both raw and cooked breadfruit meal as a substitute for corn, and the results were generally positive.

Cooked breadfruit is the safer option. It’s easier for chickens to digest than raw, which is very starchy and dense. Nutritionally, breadfruit actually offers more than regular bread. It’s a decent source of potassium, fiber, vitamin C, and complex carbohydrates. But like any treat, it should be offered in moderation alongside a complete layer feed or grower feed.

How to Safely Feed Bread to Your Chickens: A Step-by-Step Method

If you’re going to give your flock bread, doing it correctly makes the difference between a harmless treat and a trip to the avian vet. Here’s the exact process I follow:

Step 1: Inspect the bread carefully. Look for any signs of mold, not just on the surface, but break the bread open and check the interior. If there’s any discoloration, fuzziness, or off smell, discard the entire loaf. Don’t take chances.

Step 2: Choose the right type. Stick to plain white, whole wheat, or multigrain bread. Avoid anything flavored with garlic, onion, herbs, excessive salt, or sugar. Check ingredient labels if you’re using store-bought bread.

Step 3: Tear into small pieces. I tear bread into dime-to-quarter-sized pieces. This is critical for preventing choking and crop impaction. Large chunks of bread can swell in the crop when they absorb moisture, creating blockages.

Step 4: Feed after their regular layer feed. Never give bread before or during their main meal. Make sure your chickens eat their balanced feed first, and only offer bread after they’ve finished their core ration. My girls get their layer pellets in the morning, and any bread treats come in the late afternoon.

Step 5: Scatter, don’t pile. Spread pieces out so all chickens get a fair share and to encourage natural foraging behavior. This prevents your dominant hens from hoarding and ensures every bird gets some.

Step 6: Provide plenty of fresh water. Bread absorbs moisture inside the crop. Always make sure your flock has access to clean, fresh water, especially after bread treats.

Step 7: Clean up leftovers. Remove any uneaten bread from the run within 2 hours. In warm weather, bread can develop mold shockingly fast, and it attracts rodents and flies. Speaking of which, my article on keeping rats out of the chicken coop covers why leftover food is one of the biggest pest attractors.

Step 8: Limit frequency. Once a week is my maximum, and I usually do even less. Feed bread sparingly, no more than once a week as a treat. Chickens should not get more than 10% of calories from treats.

Step 9: Monitor your flock. Watch for signs of discomfort, reduced feed intake, or changes in droppings, and adjust portions accordingly. If you notice any changes after introducing bread, stop immediately and observe for a few days.

What Should You Feed Instead of Bread? Better Treat Options

Honestly? Almost anything is a better treat than bread. After two years of tracking what my flock eats and how it affects their egg production, body weight, and overall health, here are the treats that earn a permanent spot in my rotation, and the ones I’ve retired:

Treat	Protein	Calcium	Key Vitamins	Best For	Verdict
Bread	Very low	Very low	Minimal	Occasional winter energy boost	Last resort treat
Mealworms	High (~53%)	Moderate	B vitamins	Molting hens, protein boost	Best protein treat
Leafy greens (kale, romaine)	Low	Moderate	A, K, C	Daily supplement	Excellent daily addition
Pumpkin / squash	Low	Low	A, C, fiber	Seasonal treat, natural dewormer	Great fall/winter treat
Sunflower seeds (BOSS)	High (~26%)	Moderate	E, selenium	Feather health, winter energy	Great all-rounder
Scrambled eggs	High	High (with shell)	B12, D	Sick hens, protein recovery	Excellent (feed back their own)
Rolled oats	Moderate (~13%)	Low	B vitamins	Winter warming treat	Good in cold weather
Watermelon	Very low	Very low	A, C, hydration	Summer heat relief	Best summer treat

The difference in my flock’s egg production when I swapped bread treats for mealworms and leafy greens was noticeable within two weeks. I saw consistent shells, brighter yolks, and more reliable daily laying from my Easter Eggers especially.

For a deep dive into treats that actually support your hens’ egg production, read my guide on best chicken treats that boost egg laying. I also have detailed articles on individual treats: can chickens eat pumpkins, can chickens eat lettuce, can chickens eat bananas and peels, can chickens eat grapes, can chickens eat watermelon, and is oatmeal safe for chickens. You can also browse my full list of what chickens can eat from your kitchen.

What Should You NEVER Feed Chickens?

While we’re on the topic of chicken food safety, bread is far from the most dangerous thing in your kitchen. Here are the foods that should never reach your flock. Some of them can be fatal:

• ❌ Moldy bread or any moldy food. Mycotoxins can cause organ failure and death.
• ❌ Raw bread dough. Yeast expansion and alcohol production in the crop can kill.
• ❌ Avocado pits and skins. These contain persin, which causes respiratory failure in birds. The flesh is generally considered safe, but I avoid avocado entirely with my flock.
• ❌ Raw or dried beans. Beans contain toxins called phytohaemagglutinin and hemagglutinin which are almost always fatal to poultry. Illness can occur after eating as few as three or four beans and will progress very rapidly. Always cook beans thoroughly before feeding.
• ❌ Green or raw potatoes. Raw and green potatoes can carry solanine and chaconine in their skins. These toxins can wreak havoc on your chicken’s digestive system and cause vomiting and diarrhea.
• ❌ Chocolate and caffeine. Theobromine and caffeine are toxic to birds and can potentially cause cardiac arrest.
• ❌ Onions and garlic in large amounts. These can damage red blood cells, leading to anemia.
• ❌ Alcohol. It is toxic to chickens and can cause serious health problems, including dehydration, disorientation, and even death. Chickens are small animals, and their bodies are not equipped to handle the effects of alcohol.
• ❌ Raw eggs. This encourages egg-eating behavior that’s extremely difficult to break.
• ❌ High-salt processed foods. These cause sodium poisoning and kidney damage.
• ❌ Lawn mower clippings. Long cut grass can cause crop impaction.

For the comprehensive list, read my guide on what to feed and what to avoid when feeding your chickens and the full breakdown of what chickens eat.

Frequently Asked Questions About Chickens and Bread

Final Thoughts From My Coop to Yours

After two years of testing, tracking, and observing, here’s my honest take. Bread is not something I actively seek out to feed my chickens anymore. It’s not that it’s dangerous in small amounts. It isn’t. But it’s simply the least nutritious treat option available. When I have kitchen scraps, my hens get leafy greens, squash trimmings, overripe fruit, or a scoop of rolled oats long before they see bread.

The only times bread makes it to my run are when I have a stale loaf that isn’t moldy, the temperatures are brutal, and I want to make a warm bread mash as a quick energy boost. Even then, it’s a supporting ingredient mixed with oats, eggshell, and warm water. Never the main event.

The bottom line: your chickens will love bread. They’ll chase it, fight over it, and beg for more. But loving something doesn’t mean it’s good for them, just like a toddler would happily eat candy for every meal if you let them. Your job as a flock keeper is to be the responsible one. Feed layer feed as the foundation, offer treats in moderation, skip the moldy stuff, and your hens will reward you with strong shells, bright yolks, and happy clucking for years to come.

If this guide helped you, explore my full library of feeding articles, from what to feed chickens during a heatwave to whether chickens should have feed available all the time. And if you’re wondering how all of this adds up financially, my breakdown of the real cost of raising 6 chickens and the cost to raise chickens in the first year will give you the full picture.

Stay safe out there, and keep those feeders full of the good stuff.