How to Use These Feed Plans

Choose your bird, select your climate, and instantly get the exact feed plan you need — no guesswork, no overwhelm.

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    Choose your bird or breed

    Chickens, quail, ducks, turkeys — all supported.

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    Choose your climate

    Standard or Desert/Hot-Climate.

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    Download your feeding plan PDF

    Simple, clear, and matched to your flock.

Feed Plans Explained

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    Chicken Feed Plans (All Breeds)

    Download feed guides for layers, dual-purpose birds, broilers, heat-hardy breeds, and more — adapted for Arizona’s hot climate.

    Download Chicken PDF
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    Coturnix & Celadon Quail Feed Plans

    High-protein feeding schedules for chicks, growers, layers, breeders, and meat birds, adjusted for desert temperatures and nutritional needs.

    Download Quail PDF
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    Duck Feed Plans (All Breeds)

    Simple nutrition charts covering ducklings, growers, layers, and wet-climate vs. dry-climate feeding considerations.

    Download Duck PDF
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    Heritage & Broad-Breasted Turkeys

    Tailored plans for proper protein levels, growth stages, and heat-safe diets in arid regions.

    Download Turkey PDF

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Feed Right. Grow Strong. Avoid Problems.

Proper nutrition prevents common issues like slow growth, weak eggshells, fertility dips, and heat stress. Our feed plans break down exactly what to feed at every stage — with options for hot climates and sensitive breeds.

Download Feed Plan PDFs

Featured Feeding Guides

Start with our most popular long-form guides for new and experienced flock owners.

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Raising Chickens: Complete Beginner Guide

Everything you need to start your first flock — from choosing breeds to brooding, feeding, housing, and heat-climate best practices.

Read the Guide
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Heat Hardy Birds: What You Need to Know

Learn which breeds thrive in desert and hot climates, how to keep birds cool, and the feeding strategies that keep them healthy year-round.

Learn More
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Fast Hatch Setup Guide

Step-by-step instructions for incubators, humidity, turning schedules, troubleshooting, and getting the best hatch rates in warm climates.

View Setup Guide

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Know Exactly How to Feed the Birds You Just Bought

Download a simple, vet-informed feeding plan tailored to your birds and Arizona’s desert climate — free with your order.

  • Custom plan based on your birds’ breed and age
  • Adjusted for hot, dry AZ weather
  • Matched to the feed you’ve purchased
  • Easy, printable PDF you can keep in the coop
  • Included free for all customers

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Safe Treats & Supplements

Healthy extras that support growth, egg quality, and strong immune systems.

  • Greens, sprouts & veggies
  • Mealworms for protein
  • Seeds (limited amounts)
  • Grit only when feeding treats or whole grains
  • Limit treats to <10% of diet

Common Feeding Mistakes

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    Using low-protein chicken feed

  • Periodic table element symbol for Calcium on a yellow background

    Not providing calcium for layers

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    Too many treats

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    Sudden feed changes

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    Dirty water or feeders

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    Keeping chicks on starter feed too long

Quick Comparison Chart

Bird Type / Goal Protein % Feed Type Supplements Notes
Chicks 24-28% Starter Optional vitamins Fast growth
Growers 20-24% Grower None Controlled development
Layers 18-20% Layer Calcium Strong shells
Breeders 20-22% Breeder Vit E, Omega-3 Higher fertility
Meat Birds 24-30% Meat feed None Rapid growth
Pets / Hobby 18-20% All-flock None Wellness focus