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Can chickens eat algae? Yes. And it can combat iron deficiency. Since iron is critical to raising a healthy flock, this is an episode you don't want to miss.
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Can Chickens Eat Algae? Combating Iron Deficiency For Better Eggs [Podcast]

Can chickens eat algae? Yes. Yes, they can. You might already that kelp is something healthy to feed your hens, but what about spirulina? And did you know that soaking wheat can actually improve your flock’s iron absorption? We’ve dealt with iron deficiency in a couple hens on our farm, and it’s not fun.  And I’ve…

Up close of chickens head while she is eating grass

What Do Chickens Eat?

A frequent question I get is what do chickens eat, and the answer is pretty much anything (my Araucana chicken will eat me out of house and home if she could!) But, there are definitely things you should feed them and things you SHOULDN’T feed them. So let’s talk all about what your chickens should…