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Forager Porridge Ginger Nut
Part of our Forager Porridge Range
Hand-made to order warming winter porridge mix for chickens. Packed with rolled oats, natural peanuts for protein, ginger for feather growth, and nutritional seeds to provide warming energy and post-moult support during the colder months.
Target: Laying hens aged 4+ months needing feather growth support after autumn moult and winter warming energy.
£3.50
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What You Get
Hand-made to order warming porridge mix in a single sachet. A wonderful blend of rolled oats, British corn, natural peanuts, and ginger designed specifically for post-moult feather recovery and winter wellness.
Full Benefits
- Warming oats: Slow-release energy to keep hens active in cold weather
- Feather growth support: Ginger powder aids healthy feather growth, ideal after autumn moult
- Muscle strength: Natural peanuts provide substantial plant-based protein to maintain strong muscles
- Complete nutrition: Sunflower seeds add B12 and additional protein
- Omega-3 & protein: Fishmeal supports overall nutrition and feather health
- Digestion support: Parsley provides B12; grit aids digestive health
- Recovery nutrition: Perfect nutritional boost for hens recovering from seasonal stress and feather loss
Key Ingredients
- Rolled Oats — Slow Release Energy
- British Mixed Corn — Carbohydrate
- Natural Peanuts — Protein (post-moult recovery)
- Grit — To aid good digestion
- Sunflower Seeds — Protein & B12
- Ginger Powder — Aids Healthy Feather Growth
- Dried Parsley — B12
- Fishmeal — Omega 3 & Protein
How to Use
- Add the contents to a bowl
- Cover with hot (not boiling) water
- Stir well
- Leave to cool for 10 minutes
- Stir well again before serving to your chickens
- Serve to 4-6 hens (approximately one handful/50gm per serving)
Frequency: 2-3 times per week as a supplement, not a replacement for regular feed.
Important Notes
- Hand-made to order: allow 24 hours from payment to dispatch
- Not to be given as a food substitute — use as a complement to complete pellet feed
- Not suitable for hens younger than 4 months of age
- Let porridge cool completely before feeding; never serve when too hot
- Use within 6 months of purchase for best quality
- Ideal for autumn/early winter when hens are in moult cycle
FAQ
Q: How many hens will this feed?
A: Each sachet will feed up to 4-6 hens as a supplement to their normal diet. A little goes a long way.
Q: Do chickens like porridge?
A: Yes! It’s a great winter treat on cold mornings. Most hens love it. Feed no more than 3 times a week.
Q: How do I prepare it?
A: Add hot water to cover the oats, stir well, then leave to cool for 10 minutes. Stir again before serving. Never feed while too hot.
Q: Why is ginger important for my chickens?
A: Ginger aids strong, healthy feather growth, which is especially valuable after the autumn moult. It also supports circulation and overall wellness during colder months.
Q: My hens are moulting — is this the right product?
A: Yes! Ginger Nut is ideal during and after moult. The combination of protein (peanuts + seeds) and ginger specifically supports feather regrowth and recovery during this stressful season.
Q: What makes peanuts different from other protein sources?
A: Natural peanuts provide high plant-based protein that helps maintain muscle strength and body condition. They’re an excellent complement to regular feed for energy and recovery.
Q: Can I give this to young chickens?
A: No. Not suitable for hens younger than 4 months. Start with regular starter crumbs until they reach 4 months.
Q: Is this a replacement for regular feed?
A: No. This is a complementary treat, never replace a complete pellet feed (Layers or Growers).
Q: What makes this a winter product?
A: Rolling oats provide slow-release energy for warmth. Ginger aids feather growth during post-moult recovery. Peanut protein supports body condition when natural foraging is limited.
Q: Can I use cold water instead of hot?
A: You can, but hot water helps oats soften properly. Cold water takes much longer.
Q: How long does one sachet last?
A: One sachet provides one serving for 4-6 hens (approximately 50gm per serving).
Q: Is this hand-made?
A: Yes. All Forager treat bags are hand-made to order by Pipinchick Poultry. Allow 24 hours from payment to dispatch.
Delivery for Supplies
If your order only includes supplies
0-2kg Royal Mail 2nd Class – £3.50
2-30kg Parcel Force 48 – £7.50
30kg+ Parcel Force 48 – £12.00
If your order includes both chickens and supplies
When buying both poultry and product at the same time, your supplies will be packaged to be delivered or collected at the same time as your chickens.
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