Feed Homestead Chick Starter/Grower as the sole ration for broiler chicks from hatch to market (6-8 weeks of age). Homestead Chick Starter/Grower may be fed to turkeys from 15 pounds body weight. Starting around 15 pounds body weight, feed the Homestead Chick Starter/Grower as the sole ration to turkey to help prevent leg issues. Provide a constant supply of clean, fresh water.
Feeding Directions for Layers
For chicks that will be used as layers, Homestead Chick Starter/Grower can be fed as the sole ration until 16-18 weeks of age. At approximately this time, switch the birds to the Homestead layer as the sole ration.
Feeding Tips
Poultry should have access to clean, fresh water at all times. When starting day-old birds or after moving or transporting birds, provide access to water before putting feed in the feeders.
When birds have access to coarse litter or whole grains, an insoluble grit should be fed. Limit intake of grit to 1 pound per 100 pounds of feed or 2 pounds per 100 birds per week. Grit can be blended with their regular ration or offered free choice in a separate feeder.
Do not allow feeders to run empty or stale feed to accumulate.
Never feed any feedstuffs that are moldy, musty or suspect in any way.
