One of my hens almost died on me this spring. She pulled through, but it left me asking what else I could do to keep the flock stronger before I end up back in that spot. Fermented feed kept coming up. The logic is the same as it is for us. A healthy gut means a stronger immune system, and that is just as true for a hen scratching around in a Texas yard as it is for the person watching her do it. Two mason jars, scratch grain, and whey left over from Greek yogurt. One jar working, one jar ready. Costs almost nothing and takes about three minutes to serve. She is out there right now healthy and ornery as ever. The Field Card covers the setup, the ferment time, the herbs, and how to keep a continuous batch going without starting over every time. Want the full story first? Read the Field Note. Need to grab supplies? The Short List has everything. Not medical advice. Just what works for us. Use good sense and consult a professional if needed.
