Everything You Need to Know About “Grow as You Go”
A simple guide to what’s included, how each product supports your chicks, and how to feed them for the best results.
Nutritious Feed for Healthy, Happy Chicks
Complete, balanced nutrition to get your fluffy nuggets from baby chicks to happy hens.
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The Hassle-Free Feed Subscription for Your Growing Flock
One simple subscription that adapts as your Chicks grow.
Once you subscribe, we take care of your flock’s feed and supplement needs from chick to laying hen. As your chickens grow, we automatically send the supplements along with feed at the right time. No guessing, no remembering when to switch feeds—and you can cancel or change your subscription at any time to fit your needs!
Start Your SubscriptionSimple Feeding Instructions for Healthy Chick Growth
Our Starter Bundles ensure you have everything your chicks need for strong early development.
When you use our Starter Feed, you’re giving your chicks a complete diet designed for your growing babies with non-GMO Project Verified, USDA Certified Organic, soy-free feed that’s grown and made in North America.
Download Feeding GuideA Simple Feeding Plan That Grows With Your Flock
Raising chicks is exciting — but feeding them properly during their first 20 weeks is critical for healthy development and strong egg production later on. Scratch & Peck created the Grow as You Go Feeding Plan to make feeding your flock simple. When you start your Chick Season bundle with a subscription, your supplements and feed amounts automatically adjust as your chicks grow and ships out on a scheduled cadence for you.
Everything your flock needs, delivered to your door
Feed amounts automatically adjust and ship out as your chicks grow
Essential supplements are included for optimal digestion
Find out How Much Feed Your Chicks Need
Raising chicks is easier when you know exactly how much feed your flock needs. Use our quick chick math tool to estimate the right feeding plan.
Chick Feed Calculator
Healthy Chickens Start with the Right Feed
The first weeks of a chick’s life can help set the stage for their laying years. Scratch & Peck Starter Mash and Crumbles is formulated to support:
Made with organic whole grains and clean ingredients, it’s trusted by backyard chicken keepers nationwide. Give your chicks the best possible start and a feeding plan that supports them (and you!) every step of the way.
Your Chick Season Questions Answered
Clear answers to the most common questions from new and experienced chicken keepers.
The Chick Season Starter Program provides balanced starter nutrition designed specifically for young chicks. It supports healthy growth, strong immunity, and proper feather development during the early stages of life.
Yes, fermented mash can improve digestion and nutrient absorption. Introduce gradually as chicks can be hesitant of anything new.
Herbs for immune support and grit to aid in digestion and nutrient absorption.
Our feeds last around 6 months when stored in a cool, dry place.
Your Feed Adjusts as Your Chicks Grow
The Grow as You Go Feeding Plan is designed to follow your flock’s natural development from chick to laying hen. Your subscription begins with Starter Feed, then transitions to Grower stage of nutrition as your birds mature. Layer age will then be shipped out on a regular cadence from then on. Starter → Grower → Layer
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Everything your flock needs, delivered to your door
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Convenient customized deliveries
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No guessing when to change stage
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A simple system built for backyard chicken keepers
Backyard Chicken Keepers Nationwide
Scratch & Peck Feed is crafted for chicken owners who want the best for their flock. Customers choose it because it provides:
Organic whole-grain
nutrition
Cleaner
ingredients
Healthier birds and
stronger egg production
Simple automated
feeding plan
Loved by Chicken Keepers Everywhere
Real stories from real owners who trust these crumbles and mash for healthier hens.
Organic Starter Crumbles
Suitable for:
- Chicken 0-8 Weeks
- Duck 0-4 Weeks
Why does my chick need starter feed?
Can I ferment the crumbles?
What supplements should I give my chicks with their Starter Feed?
What is the shelf life of your Crumble feeds?
Formulations may vary slightly from below based on current grain sourcing. Please check your feed tag or pouch for up-to-date information.
Ingredients
Organic Wheat, Organic Peas, Organic Flaxseed Meal, Fish Meal, Organic Barley, Poultry Vitamin and Mineral Premix, Limestone, Organic Sunflower Oil
Vitamin & Mineral Premix
Monocalcium Phosphate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Ground Limestone, Organic Dehydrated Kelp Meal, Salt, dl-Methionine, Choline Chloride, Hemicellulose Extract, Organic Origanum Oil, Cinnamon Bark Organic Oil, Thyme Organic Oil, Zinc Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, d-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacin Supplement, Selenium Yeast, Organic Wheat Flour, Dried Talaromyces versatilis Fermentation Product, Copper Sulfate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Acetate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Folic Acid, Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, and Sodium Selenite
Guaranteed Analysis
Feed Organic Starter Crumbles as a complete diet to chicks (0-8 weeks) and ducklings (0-4 weeks).
Additional Notes
- Keep feeders full.
- Offer free-choice Starter Grit to support nutrient digestion.
- Always provide clean, fresh water.
Feed Details
- 20.5% protein
- Soy & corn free
- Non-medicated
- Recyclable, compostable packaging
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Chick Season Starter Bundles
Complete organic nutrition for baby chicks and ducklings. Starter Crumbles and Starter Mash both support strong muscles, healthy bones, and fluffy feathers, while starter grit aids digestion and organic herbs help boost natural immunity.
Terms & Conditions
Discount
15% discount applies to the first subscription delivery only.
Subscription
Subscription deliveries continue automatically and may be modified or paused at any time.
Starter Bundles
Starter bundles must be included in the initial subscription order.
Offer
Offer valid during Chick Season campaign dates only.
Give Your Chicks the Nutrition They Deserve
Chick Season Starter Kits give your chicks balanced starter nutrition in every bite, supporting healthy growth, strong development, and a thriving start to life.
Complete Starter Nutrition for Chicks
Feed Organic Starter Mash as a complete diet for chicks aged 0–8 weeks, supporting healthy growth and early development.
