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Fresh Pecks Layer Feed (18+ weeks)

How does Fresh Pecks compare to other feeds?

Grubbly feeds are made to power our pets and the planet for years to come. Rather than using fillers like corn and traditional protein like soy or fishmeal, Fresh Pecks is made with sustainably grown black soldier fly grubs - a powerhouse protein tha

What's the difference between Fresh Pecks Textured Mix and Fresh Pecks Crumbles?

Fresh Pecks is offered in two forms so you can pick your flock’s favorite texture of layer feed. As visual eaters, our feathered friends tend to stick with foods they know and love. Fresh Pecks CrumblesFresh Pecks Textured Mix. If your flock enjoys t

Are Grubbly feeds organic?

No, Fresh Pecks is not Certified Organic. Grubbly feeds are made with non-GMO foods. Rather than using traditional protein sources like soy or fishmeal, Grubbly feeds are made with sustainably grown black soldier fly grubs. Our grubs are naturally ha

Can Fresh Pecks and Little Pecks be fed to ducks?

Yes! While not all chicken feeds can be given to ducks, Fresh Pecks is made with farm-fresh ingredients that ducks naturally love! With a healthy mix of insects, vegetables, whole grains, vitamins, minerals, and probiotics, you can keep your ducks ha

What are the ingredients in Fresh Pecks Pellets and Fresh Pecks Crumbles?

Wheat, Peas, Dried Black Soldier Fly Grubs, Calcium Carbonate, Barley, Oats, Flax Seed, Alfalfa Meal, Dehulled Sunflower Seed, Sodium Bentonite, Calcium Phosphate, Molasses, Monocalcium Phosphate, Dehydrated Kelp Meal, Salt, L-Lysine, DL-Methionine,

Is your feed Non-GMO verified? What does Non-GMO mean?

We do not use any GMO ingredients in our feeds, we currently are not GMO-verified through the GMO Project. Wondering what “Non-GMO” means?. This simply means that the ingredients were grown without the use of any genetic engineering. This protects th

Do I need to provide a calcium supplement with Fresh Pecks layer feeds?

Yes. Just like chickens drink when they're thirsty, they'll seek eggstra calcium when they need more. Since every chicken has unique calcium needs, some may need more, and others may require much less. It’s important to let your flock members self-re

Why are Grubbly feeds made without fish, soy, or corn?

Grubbly feeds are made with sustainably grown black soldier fly grubs - a powerhouse protein that's better for them, and the planet. Our grubs are sustainably and naturally harvested (no hormones, pesticides, or funky byproducts). Plus, chickens natu

How long will a 30lb bag of feed last?

Depending on how large your flock is, this will vary. Most adult chickens eat about 1/4 lb of feed per day. We recommend purchasing 1-2 bags to evaluate how much your flock consumes and then adjusting your refills as needed. Our feeds are preservativ

Can I ferment Fresh Pecks Textured Mix? How about Fresh Pecks Crumble?

Yes! In fact, we encourage fermenting with our Fresh Pecks Textured Mix. We recommend sticking with the pellets + whole grains rather than the crumbles. Fermenting with crumbles is possible but can get messy for your ladies while eating so we don't r

I have picky chickens! Do you have any feeding tips?

If your fluffy ones don’t love their food at first peck, don’t worry. As visual eaters, every flock is a little different based on what they are used to eating. It can take 2-3 weeks for some feathered friends to feel comfortable with new foods. Visi

What feed should I feed a mixed age flock?

When it comes to a flock with younger and old feathered friends, you will want to choose your feed based on the youngest members of your flock. This likely means feeding Little Pecks or All Flock to your whole flock as your little ones grow big and s