Peterson Organic Feeds 20% Protein No Corn No Soy Chick Starter Chicken Feed, 50-lb bag
In a Nutshell
- Good quality ingredients and organic certified
- Not suitable for very young chicks due to hard feed bits
- Generally positive user sentiment
Quick Verdict
The Peterson Organic Feeds 20% Protein No Corn No Soy Chick Starter Chicken Feed is well-received for its quality ingredients, but users have noted that the feed is too coarse for very young chicks.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Critical Warnings
The feed is too coarse for very young chicks, making it difficult for them to eat.
Prevention: Consider using a more suitable starter feed for very young chicks and switching to this feed when the chicks are older.
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Organic Quality (3)
Users appreciate the organic and non-GMO ingredients.
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Good for Older Chicks (3)
Suitable for chicks that are a little older and have stronger beaks.
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Healthy Growth (2)
Chicks grow rapidly with this feed.
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Ease of Use (1)
Can be easily fermented to make it softer and easier to eat.
Cons
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Hard Feed Bits (2) major
The feed is too coarse for very young chicks, making it difficult for them to eat.
Tip: Ferment the feed with water to make it softer, or provide smaller bits of regular starter feed before moving to this feed.
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Dried Pea Shells (1) minor
The feed has a lot of dried pea shells, which chicks do not like.
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Not Suitable for Starter Feed (1) major
The feed is not recommended for very young chicks as a starter feed.
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Owners of slightly older chicks — The slightly larger and harder bits are suitable for chicks with stronger beaks
- • Environmentally conscious consumers — This feed is approved for small, family-owned companies with sustainable agricultural practices.
✗ Skip If
- • Owners of very young chicks — The feed is too hard and coarse for very young chicks to eat comfortably
Durability & Care
Cleaning Methods
Floor Compatibility
Rating Distribution
Common Questions
Is this feed suitable for very young chicks?
No, it's not suitable for very young chicks due to the hard and coarse bits. It's better for slightly older chicks.
Is the feed organic and non-GMO?
This is Organic food, We need more people like the Petersons, people who care about food and animals
Highlighted Reviews
"Chicks love it and are growing rapidly."
"Problem is, the food bits are much too big and hard for my 3-day-old Barred Rock chicks to eat. Their little beaks aren't strong enough yet to break the hard grains apart and the bits are too big for them to swallow without breaking them apart. "
Bottom Line
Overall, the feed is recommended for slightly older chicks, but users should consider alternative starter feeds for very young chicks. Overall quality and value for money.