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Chickweed: Stellaria media. Also called giant goosefoot. Popcorn Popcorn can be fed to chickens but make sure it is unbuttered and unsalted to be safe. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues. Never feed castor bean leaves to chickens. Rabbits can eat kohlrabi, its stems, and greens in moderation. Yes, chickens can eat cooked beans. Since chickens are not mammals, they do not possess the lactase enzyme and therefore cannot digest lactose. Raw Leaves Now, chickens don't have teeth, but they do have sharp beaks designed for pecking on the ground. Yes, chickens can eat bread crumbs. Its an edible plant for humans and is eaten as a leaf vegetable.
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Although these greens are considered weeds, some are edibles for humans. Its very easy, inexpensive and (I think) fun. Carrots are a great, healthy treat for chickens. For safety, any chicken you offer your flock should be cooked. Also about beet greens . Avocado, even in small amounts, can be fatal to chickens. Your furry babies can have turnip greens several times a week . Yes, chickens can eat all parts of the beet plant including beet skins. Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, cabbage, broccoli, brussel sprouts, and turnips [source]. Uncooked rice should be avoided. That's because it's a nightshade plant, so those parts contain solanine. I figure if I can eat it, my chickens can too. Thank You for your time and effort in putting this list together. Rob Ludlow is the owner of BackYardChickens.com, a top source on chicken raising, and the coauthor of Raising Chickens For Dummies.
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