Small Feeders

Setting up a brooder or a small backyard flock? Small poultry feeders keep feed clean and cut waste.

For chicks, start with 1–2 qt jar or trough feeders (good for about 10–15 chicks); for bigger broods, use a 3–5 lb chick feeder for 15–25 chicks. For hens, choose a 5–10 lb feeder for 3–6 birds, or 10–15 lb for 6–10 birds. Aim for about 1 feeding port per 6–8 hens (or 8–10 chicks), keep the lip at chest height, and refill daily so feed stays fresh and dry.