I say this with a wee bit of hesitation, since depending on your situation, it may actually be MORE expensive to mix your own feed… However, I do suggest finding a recipe you like (all my homemade chicken feed recipes are in my Natural Homestead book), and then shopping around with local feed stores to see how much it would cost for them to mix it for you. Mix Your Own Feed to Save Money on Chicken Feed It can be tempting to just grab the nearest dish or container to simply feed your chickens, but a spillproof feeder with a top on it 3. The right feeder can help prevent waste and save you money in the long run. Choose the Right Chicken FeederĬhickens are notorious for playing with their food and causing a lot of waste. Note: If egg production is your main goal, low-quality feed will greatly reduce the quantity and quality of the eggs your hens produce. Never sacrifice your chickens’ health just to save a buck. Just remember– cheaper isn’t always better, and if you are feeding an ultra low-quality feed, it can be very hard on your birds. When I started calling different feed mills, I was surprised at the huge difference in prices. Shop Around for the Best Priced Quality Chicken Feed This list will help you get started->Ģ0 Ways to Save Money on Chicken Feed 1. However, if you experienced sticker-shock the last time you walked into the feed store, take heart! There are plenty of ways to save money on chicken feed AND boost your flock’s nutrition in the process. But, that’s not the reason most of us keep chickens, right? We love the bright yellow yolks, the satisfaction of watching the hens peck around the yard, and all that comes with chicken-ownership. While it depends on feed prices in your area, I’m still going to venture to say if you are looking for “frugal” eggs, you’ll probably be better off buying eggs from the store. Not to mention owning a cow just plain makes me happy, so it’s a quality of life thing for us as well.Ĭhickens and eggs fall into the same category. For us, it’s really about the quality of the product our milk is fresh, beyond organic, and wonderfully raw. The good news? Saving money isn’t the primary reason we’ve chosen to own a cow. The current state of mass food production has duped us into believing things like milk, eggs, and grains cost much less than they actually do or should.įor example: Even though we have our own milk cow, our milk technically costs me MORE than it would to simply buy a gallon at the grocery store. When you first realize your homegrown eggs are costing you more than what you’d pay for eggs at the store…
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