Homemade Chicken Feed Recipes – Soy-Free, Corn-Free
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One of the most rewarding aspects of raising your own chickens is the ability to produce inexpensive, organic eggs and meat right in your backyard. However, a common challenge for many chicken owners is sourcing organic chicken feed, which can be both difficult to find and costly.
While ordering organic feed online or through special orders at your local feed store is an option, it often comes with added inconvenience and expense. Despite this, raising your own chickens is still more economical than purchasing commercially raised poultry products—not to mention far more humane. Yet, as any homesteader knows, finding ways to save money without compromising quality is always a priority.
DIY Chicken Feed Recipe: No Soy, No Corn
For those looking to cut costs while maintaining a high standard of care for their flock, making your own chicken feed is a great solution. Below is a simple, balanced recipe for homemade chicken feed that avoids soy and corn, two common ingredients in commercial feeds that many people prefer to avoid.
Ingredients:
- 4 parts soft white wheat
- 3 parts hard red wheat
- 2 parts sunflower seeds
- 1 part hulled barley
- 1 part millet
- 1 part oat groats
- 1 part split peas
- 1/2 part fish meal
- 1/2 part flax seeds
- 1/2 part kelp
This recipe provides a nutritious mix of grains, seeds, and protein sources that will help keep your chickens healthy and productive. By preparing your own feed, you not only reduce your costs but also gain control over what goes into your chickens’ diet, ensuring it’s free from unwanted additives.
Raising chickens with a homemade feed not only supports your goal of producing organic eggs and meat but also contributes to a more self-sufficient and sustainable lifestyle. Plus, your chickens will love the variety and freshness of this custom blend!