Bar ALE Non-GMO 16% Protein Layer Melody Pak Chicken Feed, 40-lb bag
In a Nutshell
- High initial quality discontinued
- Chicken poisoning and feed wasting
- Chewy customer service appriable
Quick Verdict
Bar ALE Non-GMO 16% Protein Layer Feed had excellent reception with high-quality ingredients and freshness but faced a significant decline due to weevils.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Critical Warnings
Weevils found in the feed.
Prevention: Inspect the bag prior to tie up. If in doubt, return promptly.
Pros & Cons
Pros
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High Nutrition (2)
Well-balanced with fresh ingredients.
Cons
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Weevil Contamination (2) critical
Consistent issues with weevils in the feed.
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Packaging Issues (2) major
Packs getting dustier and with large chunks of chaff.
Quality Trend: Declining
Recent issues with weevils and packaging quality have significantly impacted the overall perception of the product. Complaints about feed containing impurities in recent months indicated a lack of control quality.
high positive feeds quality
major disgust issues located
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Eco-conscious Chicken Keepers — wants high-quality, non-GMO feed
✗ Skip If
- • People who live in weevil havens — avoid issues with product contamination
Durability & Care
Cleaning Methods
Care Tips from Users
- 💡 fermented feed rather than regular feed
Floor Compatibility
Rating Distribution
Highlighted Reviews
"This feed exceeded my expectations"
"When I first started out using Bar Ale for my flock, they really liked it and the quality seemed great with a good mix of textures with grains, seeds, and lentils. However, after a few months the packaging changed and the feed started getting dustier, with larger chunks of chaff. Then multiple orde..."
Bottom Line
We'd caution against using this feed due to pests and flawed consistent delivery.