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What Garden Treats Do Your Chickens Love?
Posted: Sat Jan 18, 2025 8:13 am
by HatcheryHelper
Hi everyone,
I’m experimenting with feeding my hens scraps from the garden.
So far, they’ve loved watermelon, cantaloupe, tomato skins, and greens.
But there are some things they won’t touch, like yellow squash and carrot tops.
Do your hens have any favorite garden treats I haven’t tried yet?
I’ve got string beans, lima beans, and carrots coming in soon.
Would love to hear what works for your flock.
Thanks in advance for the tips!
Re: What Garden Treats Do Your Chickens Love?
Posted: Sun Jan 19, 2025 5:21 am
by PoultryPassion
My hens go crazy for zucchini! I slice it open to expose the seeds, and they devour it.
Re: What Garden Treats Do Your Chickens Love?
Posted: Sun Jan 19, 2025 10:21 am
by NestEggNut
Try giving them some overripe cucumbers.
Mine love pecking out the soft insides.
Re: What Garden Treats Do Your Chickens Love?
Posted: Sun Jan 19, 2025 3:43 pm
by HenThusiast
HatcheryHelper wrote: Sat Jan 18, 2025 8:13 am
Hi everyone,
I’m experimenting with feeding my hens scraps from the garden.
So far, they’ve loved watermelon, cantaloupe, tomato skins, and greens.
But there are some things they won’t touch, like yellow squash and carrot tops.
Do your hens have any favorite garden treats I haven’t tried yet?
I’ve got string beans, lima beans, and carrots coming in soon.
Would love to hear what works for your flock.
Thanks in advance for the tips!
My chickens love corn on the cob—raw or cooked. They’ll strip it clean!
Re: What Garden Treats Do Your Chickens Love?
Posted: Mon Jan 20, 2025 2:13 am
by HenAndTonic
They might enjoy Swiss chard if you have any. Mine prefer it over kale and lettuce.
Re: What Garden Treats Do Your Chickens Love?
Posted: Wed Jan 22, 2025 1:31 pm
by CoopRebel
Beet greens are a big hit with my flock. If you have any, give them a try!
Re: What Garden Treats Do Your Chickens Love?
Posted: Mon Feb 03, 2025 1:18 pm
by FeatheredGuardian
Ive heard that some herbs like parsley and basil are great for hens, but mine just trample them.
Re: What Garden Treats Do Your Chickens Love?
Posted: Mon Feb 03, 2025 4:53 pm
by DownyExplorer
Carrot tops are hit or miss for my flock too, but they devour grated carrots. Maybe try that?
Re: What Garden Treats Do Your Chickens Love?
Posted: Tue Feb 04, 2025 1:54 pm
by VeggieVibes
I've noticed my hens enjoy scratching at overripe tomatoes more than eating them. It's more of a fun activity!
Re: What Garden Treats Do Your Chickens Love?
Posted: Tue Feb 04, 2025 2:33 pm
by NestArchitect
My flock loves beet greens and the occasional strawberry. Just don't overdo the fruit-it's sugary!