What supplements should I give my hens with their Layer Feed?

We recommend Layer Grit and Oyster Shell. Grit helps with digestion, and oyster shell provides extra calcium for strong eggshells. Even though layer feed includes calcium, offering more free choice is a good idea.

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Q: Why does my chicken need layer feed?

Layer feed supports the nutritional needs of hens 20 weeks and older. It provides protein for egg production and plumage, plus calcium for strong eggshells and overall hen health.

Q: Can I ferment the pellets?

No, we do not recommend fermenting pellets.

Q: What is the shelf life of your layer pellet feed?

The shelf life of our Layer pellets is six months when stored in a cool, dry location.

Essentials Organic Layer Pellet 16%

$59.99

Suitable for:

Chicken 20+ Weeks
Duck 20+ Weeks

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If you've been considering organic feed but hesitated at premium price tiers, Essentials is designed for you. Essentials Organic Layer Pellet delivers balanced nutrition in a practical pellet format design for everyday flocks. It supports strong shells, vibrant yolks, and consistent egg production - all while holding the same organic standards Scratch & Peck was built on. Organic, made practical.

Why does my chicken need layer feed?

Is Essentials lower quality than Signature?

Why launch Essentials?

Can I ferment the pellets?

What is the shelf life of your layer pellet feed?

Due to supply chain availability, formulations may change, but nutritional values remain the same – please review feedbag label for lot-specific formulation.

Ingredients

Organic Corn, Organic Wheat Middlings, Organic Peas, Organic Flaxseed Meal, Ground Limestone, Fish Meal, Organic Rice Protein,

Vitamin & Mineral Premix

Monocalcium Phosphate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Salt, dl-Methionine, Choline Chloride, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, d-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacin Supplement, 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, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid, Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Sodium Selenite

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein MIN|16.0%

Calcium MIN|3.9%

Lysine MIN|0.7%

Calcium MAX|4.9%

Methionine MIN|0.3%

Phosphorus MIN|0.5%

Crude Fat MIN|2.5%

Salt MIN|0.2%

Crude Fiber MAX|6.0%

Salt MAX|0.7%

Sodium MAX|0.2%

Ash MAX|15.5%

Feed as a complete diet to laying chickens and ducks starting at 20 weeks of age or when laying begins.

Additional Notes

Keep feeders full.
Offer free choice Layer Grit to support digestion.
Offer free choice Oyster Shell for eggshell strength.
Always provide clean, fresh water.
6-month shelf life.

Feed Details

40lb value bag
16% Protein
Balanced nutrition
Straightforward feeding format
Soy-free ingredients
Recyclable, compostable packaging

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We are proud to be the first feed manufacturer to be both certified organic and non-GMO verified.

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