How to Feed Chickens for FREE (6 Proven Ways to Cut Feed Costs!)

May's Homestead Chronicles May 2, 2025
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How to Feed Chickens for FREE (6 PROVEN Ways to Cut Feed Costs!) Are rising chicken feed costs draining your homestead budget? In this episode of May's Homestead Chronicles, Adrian shares 6 PROVEN and practical ways to feed your chickens for FREE or drastically reduce your feed bill using what’s already available on your land. From fermenting chicken feed and using kitchen scraps to planting leafy greens, comfrey, mulberries, and sunflowers, plus allowing your flock to graze on pasture, these strategies will keep your chickens full, healthy, and productive year-round. Whether you're raising backyard layers or meat birds, these chicken feed hacks are perfect for anyone looking to become more self-sufficient and cut costs without sacrificing quality. These tips are easy to start this season — even in small backyard setups! Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro: How to Feed Chickens for Free 00:39 – Fermenting Chicken Feed: Boost Nutrition & Save Money 1:56 – Using Kitchen Scraps for Chickens: A Free Feeding Solution 2:53 – The Best Leafy Greens for Chickens 4:15 – Grow Comfrey for Your Chickens: A Sustainable Feed Source 5:17 – Mulberry Trees for Chicken Feed: A Hidden Gem 6:37 – How to Use Sunflowers for Chicken Feed & Fodder 7:24 – Pasture Grazing: The Natural Way to Feed Your Chickens 9:13 – Final Thoughts: Easy Ways to Cut Chicken Feed Costs 🔗 Watch the full tutorial on how to ferment chicken feed here: https://youtu.be/f1OfeCc3Zak 📌 Fermented Chicken Feed – What I Use Here are the feeds I personally use and recommend for fermenting: 🔹 Big Sky Organic Layer Feed Mash – search code: GP492 🔹 Modesto Milling Organic Layer Pellet Feed – code: GP003 🔹 Organic Chicken Wheat – code: GP073 🛒 Shop at Azure Standard: https://www.azurestandard.com/?a_aid=c9fbacfd76 Using my link helps support the channel — I earn a small commission on orders over $100, at no extra cost to you. Thank you! 🐓 My Chicken-Keeping Essentials 🛒 Want to know exactly what I use for my chickens? From feeders and fermenting supplies to coop gear and health boosters — it’s all here: 👉 https://amzn.to/3GyNJRz These are the same products I use daily to keep my flock happy, healthy, and productive. If you use my link, I may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting the flock! 👇 Have your own feed-saving tip? Drop it in the comments and help the community out! #backyardchickens #chickenfeed #homesteading #fermentedfeed #savingmoney #chickenfeedhacks #MaysHomesteadChronicles

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