DIY Bulk No Mess Chicken Feeder

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The DIY Bulk No Mess Chicken Feeder came about after Tony was searching KZbin for ideas, and happened across another KZbin channel founded by Mark, the channel was called Self Sufficient Me. There Tony saw 2 videos and parts from those video's helped in the design of the DIY Bulk No Mess Chicken Feeder. You will find a link to Mark's channel Self Sufficient Me below. I hope you enjoy this build and visit Mark and Subscribe to his channel. It is well worth the time.
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[@simplifygardening]

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[@Selfsufficientme]

Well done Tony what a great use of recycled materials in the true sense of self-sufficiency and saving costs etc where possible. Your improved design over my bin feeder allows it to hold much more feed (probably about 10kgs more in fact) so that's about double capacity! Thank you for mentioning my channel in your video that was very kind of you also mate. Cheers :)

[@deecooper1567]

Hi Tony… I know this is an old video but t clever idea & upgrade. I also watch Mark & Gardener Scott. You guys are miles away from me but I learn so much!! Northern Nevada USA 🇺🇸

[@karencoman6544]

I came from Mark's and I'm glad I did. Bravo on this upgrade.

[@johnwadsworth7086]

I found you from Mark's channel 🐓🐔🐣🍺

[@jcgarcia1168]

""Sorry about the echo, but I have got my head in a dust bin."Classic!

[@grahamrdyer6322]

I've been using a modified "Mark's feeder" for a few month's and I can say it's the best feeder I have ever used, I use a plastic storage bin with a bit of thin ply screwed on the front with holes for the birds, I fill it out side the run and I don't get any food on the ground at all. It will be good to see your one in the next few weeks. Thanks for the video.

[@marisahutchison8515]

I like the fact that the feed stays dry and contained. I purchased feeders and the opening is so low to the group the chicks get it everywhere. Plus purchasing them is so expensive. Terrific video, thanks Tony and thanks Mark...love your videos also, enjoyed watching Self Sufficient me for some time.

[@LindaPenney]

Lovely update thank you for sharing have a blessed New GROWING SEASON

[@BobMelsimpleliving.]

Good idea for a feeder Tony. Thanks for sharing. Best wishes Bob.

[@PermacultureHomestead]

thx for the show, great set up.

[@allexis48]

I know you posted this years ago but I just had to comment. I love this vid sooo much! I've been researching for over three years now for an affordable DYI bulk feeder and this is by far the coolest design I've seen, so thanks for sharing! Where did you get the pipe and what's the diameter? Also, I'm amazed that this is the first time I've hear that glycerin can keep water from freezing... Wish I found your vid a few months ago, lol. Happen to have any tips on any DIY side roll out nesting box's to keep the rats from stealing eggs? I'm thinking of getting a paint tray and build something around it.

[@paddygoesracing]

Great feeder u made there

[@jackiebinkley4391]

Terrific idea! We will be building one of these for sure. Will check out the channel you recommended for sure and thanks much.

[@palehorse1021]

I have the same issue about the feed getting stuck in the middle. I just made a feeder out of a 55 gallon drum with 90 deg 3" PVC. I plan on getting a cone or large funnel to put in the bottom to keep the feed going to the sides.

[@RafsKitchenGardenChannel]

Hi Tony, Very nice idea I like that it is simple and you don't use to many moving parts and materials to do it and it does the job ! Great video Thanks

[@catalinoancea6601]

Good idea!

[@FredFlintstone718]

An easier build might have been to cut 4-8 upside-down U's in the bottom of the inside pipe, then set the inside pipe directly on the cone. This would allow the feed to flow into the bin without messing with those 4 lower bolts. Finally, install only two bolts across from each other at the top of the pipe to keep it in the middle of the bin, and you're done! :)

[@kerielwatson3197]

Mark's brilliant. Genuine Aussie bloke!

[@simplifygardening]

Yes he certianly is

[@heatherrae7667]

So awesome thank you for sharing

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks for watching!

[@grahamthomas5226]

great video my son keeps chickens I will tell him to view your info thanks for your time 😀

[@ciggyhore9997]

Subbed to Mark, brill episode Mr T

[@dawnblakey308]

What a great idea Tony! Your girls took to it straight away. I have to say I have been in stitches watching the sub titles.... Read the text at 6.20 to see what you 'marked' it with!!! Also you 'Hide the Booze at 10.44 and do a 'Secretive Test' at 11.39.. Best laugh I've had for ages... Don't you just love automated technology!!

[@wendelmaliari1213]

Excellent job mate, Great innovation Amazing we can use it here in the Philippines...God Bless to you and your family...

[@simplifygardening]

Glad it was of interest. I have also got another build coming up in a couple of weeks

[@MarinaWilson1958]

We have always used an automatic hopper. It's ok for 2-3 weeks for the few I've got and they work fine. I like your version also. Mine are only outside back door so I see my chucks daily anyway. Only got 2 now. Will be getting about 6 new ones spring. going To get a variety this time. Old Speckled Hens lay the best followed by Blue Heather but I want a white one and some different types. Might even get as many as 10. Hope your new year is successful. Happy New Year and keep these vids coming. They're very good.

[@williamwelch7]

Absolutely brilliant Tony! I had already built one of Mark's feeders in a 5 gallon bucket, but your improvement of adding the center tube is truly brilliant. I built one almost identical to yours, and with me only having 12 chickens, it lasts about a week or more. Such a time saver, and Marks idea of just letting the chickens be chickens...allowing them to dig for their favorite seed and raking the food about, rather than trying to prevent it, has led to an absolute no mess, no waste feeder. Thank you so much for sharing your idea! I will definitely keep watching your videos to see what your next brilliant idea is! William from Texas

[@simplifygardening]

Hi William. Welcome to UKHWG. Thanks for your kind comment and I am very glad it has helped you. A week of feeding is great, makes life so much easier. Keep watching there is loads to come, I have some very exciting news to give everyone shortly I am just finishing the final details and then I can let you all know :)

[@simplifygardening]

I am also making another, This time I will do it from a metal bin this way no rodents can try chewing through it. not that I have had a massive issue with them

[@karstenhyldgaard9039]

Very nice feeder, I have been looking at all diffrent kind of feeders whit PVC pipes and such, and I must say that this one is by far the best and easy to build. so thumps up from Denmark :D

[@simplifygardening]

It was great for years. eventually the rats got into it but i made a similar one from a steel bin then Sorry for the late reply. had some issues with comments not showing that they had not been answered, so I am getting through them

[@tonybanner7599]

Like this video, you may wish to add a red dowel in the center for a gauge.

[@goonluv]

Excellent idea. Mite make one my self atb Gordon

[@mssixty3426]

Hello from the desert Southwest of the U.S. Just subscribed after seeing Self Sufficient Me's video on the subject. I don't have a farm, but built my own catfood feeder after watching several KZbin channels. Looking to see if I can improve on it, and just enjoy watching other's farming/gardening videos. So much sand where I live, but hope to start more gardening in future.

[@simplifygardening]

Hey welcome to the channel. Mark has an awesome channel and he is a great guy

[@MuddyBootz]

Nice job Tony. Is the inner pipe raised above the cone lid. It looked as if it was resting on the cone. I wondered if adding a few slots around the edge of the pipe would help the corn flow? Happy New Year mate!.........Nigel 😄👍🏻

[@johnlord8337]

I've use a large 4-6 inch diameter ~5+ ft PVC pipe, a "Y" splitter pipe, 2 "U" pipes, and a cap head. Stores ~8 gallons. The fowl must stick their head way down into the bottom of the U, and eat from there. The grain does not flow out, no waste of feed dropping out, or being wasted. The multiple "U"s allow for separate feeding stations, with no eyeball competitive eating (or aggression) between the fowl. Same designs (smaller models) rabbits; (bigger models) for ducks, geese, and goats.

[@johnlord8337]

+UK Here We Grow I use a tin, chimney roof mount attachment, (with a ripple fluted chimney tube, and sloping plate edges), ... Turn upside down, put fluting into PVC pipe, and you have a large, square funnel handling any/all loads of poured-in feed. Otherwise, go hard core, use lower PVC vertical piping, and bolt a huge raised bin container to the stud walls, with a wide open mouth (with closing lid - no feeding the nice) for feed pouring. All are good.

[@dbirdeycapozzi9807]

Hey there Tony! I'm Dbirdey, and I came over at SelfSufficientMark's suggestion. I like your channel, you seem very self sufficient as well, so I subscribed! Cheers from America 💜🌏

[@simplifygardening]

Hey Dbirdy sorry for the late reply. Mark is a great guy, when did he suggest this to you? Always nice to welcome new folks to the channel :)

[@dbirdeycapozzi9807]

@@simplifygardening ~ I'm not positive but probably about 2weeks ago. You haven't shown up in my feed since then...I hope you're surviving this virus in UK. Our leader is not so hot. I'm elderly with health troubles so I am sequestered for the time being. I think this virus just might knock a bit of sense into Americans.

[@Ssupermom12000]

interesting video. I thought about having chickens but not a good idea since I live next to a main highway.

[@Ssupermom12000]

that's true. fresh eggs are the best .

[@davidturner22]

hi tony .good video I ant got chicken but my mate has told him about what you made and he said good idea and he made one so lots of thanks from him .....Dave ...

[@AllotmentDiggers]

Great update Tony pity you didn't put a bit of plastic pimping around the holes to stop them cutting there throats lol....Great idea and i will be passing this on to the chicken crew on weaste allotments......

[@AllotmentDiggers]

It beats having to feed them every day, So for me its win win all the time, May be in one of your update you might talk a bit about your ducks what they eat and general health care and needs, you never know i might invest in a couple, But i would like to hear you thoughts first.....With Regards Mark

[@andrewkirby7078]

Sub to marks, channel good update, happy new year, looking forward to more videos in 2016

[@justinsander7654]

The closed captioning for youtube is having quite a bit of fun taking liberties with your accent.

[@justinsander7654]

here from mark's channel btw

[@patrickdorain3462]

I have 20 hens 1 rooster and 6 ducks I sell 4th eggs it just covers the bedding and the food

[@teresasmiley4491]

What kind of glycerin do you mean I am a soapmaker and I use food grade glycerin is that the same please let me know if you have time thank you love the video and this is the best feeder I've seen so far thank you so much

[@simplifygardening]

Teresa Smiley hi thanks for your comment. yes food grade is what you want. anything else let me know

[@webbsway]

I enjoyed your project very much - am a visitor from Self Sufficient Me. I fell in love with your lovely rooster - can you tell me what breed he is?

[@webbsway]

+UK Here We Grow What color eggs do the hens lay from those breeds?

[@davidturner22]

tony I ment to say he makeing one this weekend ....dave..

[@dollyperry3020]

I really like this.! Questions: What was the cost of the project? How many gallons is the trash can? What breed is the beautiful rooster?

[@dollyperry3020]

Thank you! But I'm in the USA :)

[@Freakontheway]

Thank you for this chicken-feeder-upgrade. I do miss the 'padding' that Mark did put in to prevent the chickens from hurting their necks on the more or less sharp edges. I guess you have a reason for that... please tell!

[@kerielwatson3197]

I know this is an old post but I have a theory on why he excluded the padding and an alternative for you. The padding mark used actually occupies quite a bit of space and you'd make it harder for the chooks to get their head between the inner tube and outer wall to get to the feed. The alternative would be some felt or other natural material. Takes up no space but thakes the bite out of the edge

[@Freakontheway]

@@kerielwatson3197 True, sounds logical. Good alternative indeed, thank you ;) Greetings, Diana, from The Netherlands/Holland

[@Allottedaaron]

:-)

[@fantasyreflection]

Watch the chickens. They know the feed is there somewhere but I think his system has failed as the chickens aren't getting anything to eat. I use a bin but also use sewar pipe elbow (45's) and fill the tub with almost two bags. Works A1

[@goonluv]

Question. Are you sure a rat couldn't reach up into the feeder. Rats a really good climbers? I've got issues with rats And I've only got 2 hens. I pick up the feed every night and take in doors. But they prob eating the food through the day. My jack Russell is going ballistic lately in the shed. Any feed back would be appreciated atb Gordon

[@credenza1]

Hi Tony. Its always a challenge to get a good feeder. I like the cone idea - very useful. The only additional feature I can think of is an indicator to show how much feed is left - maybe a calibrated dowel sticking out the top, with a flat plate sitting on top of the feed, so that it drops as the feed gets lower. Saves you having to look inside all the time - you could check it from outside the pen. My next feeder will be a combination of your idea and this, which has an interesting solution to the rat problem: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXbWZIqug5eiras,. Cheers and Happy New Year.

[@holisticadvocate7882]

Just a couple of questions/suggestions: What are the top bolts function? You could just run two rods, from one side to the other of the bin if it is just to keep the inner container lined up. Second, what are the bottom bolts function? If they are also to keep the inner container lined up over the food deflector you don't need to drill holes into the inner container, you just need to screw them into the outer bin and they will hold the inner container in place. Third, why didn't you line the bottom of the poultry feeding holes in the outer bin like was done in the other video? Fourth, how does that inner food deflector work? is there a space between it and the bottom of the inner container? Comment; from the PVC build videos, they cut notches in the bottom of the inner chamber and set it on the bottom of the pan. I bet if you don't have one of those cone shaped tops, and couldn't figure out how to get one, that would work for you passably well. Keep up the good work, trying new ways to make time stretch further by making work more efficient, smarter not harder :)

[@simplifygardening]

I used what i had to hand. The bolts work well there was no need to purchase rods. The issue with just cutting notches out of the inner section for the feed to fall through is that there is a dead space in the bottom of the inner feeder that will always have feed as the birds cant reach it. This food would become stale. By using the cone in the bottom it filters the food the the external parts of the container and tge birds can reach all the food. Yes the inner section is raised about an inch above the cone. I have since updated it by using a steel bin instead of plastic but all other features remain and works superbly

[@ensignj3242]

Will you check to see if mice or rats can get the food?

[@patrickdorain3462]

How many hens do you have ?

[@barneydtr]

+UK Here We Grow I didn't realise that you had so many hens. A good video of the updated feeder - i understand now why you need it. I'm planning on getting some ducks and wondered what you fed them? Chicken feed? Please include brand names etc.

[@patrickdorain3462]

God that's a lot do you sell their eggs?

[@GreenCroco1]

10:55, I think it's better to hang that feeder with chain.. To avoid rats and mice it shouldn't touch the floor..!!!

[@simplifygardening]

This was raised on blocks under the bin, it lasted a couple of years and I made a newone with a steel bin after

[@palehorse1021]

Rat's can jump higher than you think. Face it...if you have chickens and feed around so are mice/mouse

[@terrim.602]

I've watched mice and rats crawl up and down chain. This is as good a way to make it harder for them to get in the bin than any. Better, I think.