HRJ Posted May 4, 2020 Share Posted May 4, 2020 I am receiving my first POL hens in a fortnight (and am very excited 🤗). I'm starting very simply with two standard Gingernut Rangers (although the supplier calls them Cotswold Goldlines) in an Eglu Classic with a 3 m run. I'd have liked to have gone for more but my husband is urging caution until we are [he is] convinced this is for us. I am obviously going to get some of the pellets they are used to, to settle them in. But I'd like advice on what is a good brand of feed to use in the long term? I'd ideally like organic, but also would like an easy supply (so not having to pay expensive delivery charges and/or take delivery of huge bags!). Also, I am a little overwhelmed regarding feed supplements (seaweed? garlic granules?) and water supplements (tonic? probiotic powder? garlic? AVC?) Can anyone recommend a supplements regime that is going to help the hens stay healthy and happy without over complicating things for a newbie! Finally, would anyone advise Bokashi Bran? It sounds like a good idea. And how much to use? Thank you in advance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted May 4, 2020 Share Posted May 4, 2020 Haha, shame my courses are on hold due to the lockdown! I'd feed them on Smallholder pellets; they are very good quality and I always feed them. get them started first, then look at other stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HRJ Posted May 4, 2020 Author Share Posted May 4, 2020 Brilliant! Thank you. Excellent clear advice And I've just checked: they are stocked at a place I can easily get to. So, for when we are unlocked, where do you run your courses? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HRJ Posted May 4, 2020 Author Share Posted May 4, 2020 Actually, I've just clicked through to your website and I've already watched some of your videos! I'm getting the hens from Cotswold Chickens and I think you do courses there? I had already decided to sign up for your 'avoiding the vet' course when all this is over. See you soon. Hopefully! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewis Posted May 4, 2020 Share Posted May 4, 2020 Another vote for Smallholder pellets here too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HRJ Posted May 4, 2020 Author Share Posted May 4, 2020 Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted May 4, 2020 Share Posted May 4, 2020 3 hours ago, HRJ said: Actually, I've just clicked through to your website and I've already watched some of your videos! I'm getting the hens from Cotswold Chickens and I think you do courses there? I had already decided to sign up for your 'avoiding the vet' course when all this is over. See you soon. Hopefully! 👍 just keep an eye on my site Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HRJ Posted May 5, 2020 Author Share Posted May 5, 2020 Will do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
