Sprouts for Chickens - Let's make it simple!

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When we got our chickens over 5 years ago, we knew we wanted to keep costs low, provide them a healthy and happy life style and good nutrition. Sprouting made a lot of sense, but the ways people described doing it seemed SO complex that it was a real turn off. Over the years we've found ways to distill it down into something easy to fold into our work flow and wanted to share this with you. Hope you find it helpful!
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[@davidd2285]

"Don't overthink it; don't stress yourself out... let the system evolve and figure itself out with you." I will carry this with me everywhere I go, thank you.

[@edibleacres]

It's an important reminder for all of us. I think we can get stuck on getting the right design dialed in before we start a project, and it's a real missed opportunity to just start and learn!

[@MrTrevims]

Love this statement hard! I've only got 6 hens and some quail but everyday I'm out there creating all kinds of pockets of fun for them... Some work, some don't...... So what

[@begreatful9528]

Sounds like zen. Maybe he practice it. Probably.

[@deanframe9095]

Heck yeah!

[@jbuck1975]

That's why I don't get anything accomplished. I put it off because I overthink everything

[@tamivega6225]

This is it! Books, Videos, Google, visiting farms... so much searching! This is the just chicken environment/system I've been looking for. And your ATTITUDE! The best! You're kind of the Mr. Rogers of the Chicken Neighborhood! It's a Beautiful Day! I want to be just like you when I grow up! (I'm 75 yrs. old. 🤣)

[@edibleacres]

SO excited to read this and sense that our experiments resonate with you!!!

[@swissmaid]

Haha, 71 here, ....when I grow up, haha

[@melanielane9236]

I love how you add an escape board so nothing drowns in the bucket. That shows a level of thought and caring that is impressive! :)

[@edibleacres]

That's all my wife Sasha there :)

[@mspat8195]

This & your reply to the man about being a chicken who flew in & hoped you didn't notice . . . . . That was a personal, warm wecome thrown to us all. I'm all in, nice to meet y'all❣ You're welcome on my porch, as well, with some great tea, made with pure, fresh water & a sprig of mint if you'd like. 💞👵 PS I shared your link in my group pages, on other platforms, thank you 💝

[@dogslobbergardens6606]

It's a kind thought to begin with, and also very pragmatic. I'm pretty sure nobody wants a rotting critter corpse in their feed.

[@StephenJelinek]

My meat bird chickens get moved to new pasture everyday at sunrise. I give them 3 hours to forage the pasture prior to feeding.

[@WelcometoChickenlandia]

OMG. I love that you're even thinking about the little birds and chipmunks!! SO much yes! I ferment feed and also sprout grain but I'm working on making the system easier. This is great.

[@faithsfarmlife1424]

And keeps rats from dying in the feed

[@yolylacy5416]

I love how you simplify any process. You make us believe we all can do it. Thank you.

[@edibleacres]

I think everyone can do it!

[@carlacowling1789]

"Don't stress yourself, Don't think it out. Just put them out And they will sprout.". Maybe a new children's song?

[@jacksimper5725]

Wisest words heard in a long time ." We are trying "

[@fredflintstone1547]

i spilled a bunch of chicken feed at some point when i was a kid and remember being upset for being wasteful and clumsy. A couple years later that spot was growing a 2ft tall, unthinned, super dense variety of plants that somehow survived despite total neglect. i like your reverse-tractor method of containing and rotating access to the plants rather than containing the birds.

[@jeffreylong9405]

Works like a charm.

[@ronshook5194]

NEW SUBSCRIBER..... YOU ARE A RIOT.... IM A RETIRED ZOO KEEPER 71 YRS OLD. YOU ARE LIKE A YOUNG OLD TIMER.... KEEP IT UP... RON ADIRONDACKS, UPSTATE, N.Y.

[@Rubberglass]

Absolutely love this. About to buy my first house and leaving tons from you. Grace and peace in Jesus name.

[@farmermom]

Easy, nutritious and inexpensive -- win, win, win! I've soaked/fermented our feed for a long time but always thought the sprouting process too cumbersome....but I could definitely do this! THANK YOU!

[@squange20]

Yes, this looks easy enough. And being in the ground, it won’t get mouldy like if fresh sprouts were left for a longer period. It’s also good for the soil in case the chickens don’t finish all of them. So all round a very good solution.

[@zacharylindgren2570]

I loved hearing Sasha laugh in the background every once in a while. Makes it feel very organic. :)

[@rosehavenfarm2969]

The point is to do the best you can with what you have. I think you're doing that. And you gave me some ideas, too! Thank, Sean.

[@chelseahartweg2938]

Yet another genius example of simplicity making so much sense!

[@wholelover]

I grow commercial wheat and couldn’t understand why so many people struggle to sprout their wheat with all kinds of techniques but you just demystified it all. 👍 Nice work

[@farmfam5]

I’m so grateful I found this video! Thank you!

[@coarsegoldguy7414]

If I were a chicken, I would fly in and hope you didn't notice. 🐤

[@edibleacres]

We'd notice and throw you some extra sprouts as a welcome gift :)

[@coarsegoldguy7414]

@@edibleacres That wouldn't ruffle my feathers.

[@bearnaff9387]

Every wild jungle bird whose ancestors managed to avoid getting captured and domesticated envies your chickens.

[@petermenningen338]

Don't try in the state of Hawaii your flock will double every week they hatch a new brood every month if it wasn't fr feral cats and Mongoose we would be up to our armpits in wild chickens.

[@kristilisakleiner9384]

Peter Menningen Wow

[@kristilisakleiner9384]

I adore how simple and easy this system is, you are simply working with nature for everyone’s benefit

[@edibleacres]

It can be a lot of work / complex, but can also be something you add just a little bit to an existing system. Definitely not an all or nothing kind of deal.

[@swissmaid]

Just love your common sense! Rare these days. Thank-you, I am learning!

[@loreleishillcox6900]

Excellent example of ingenuity & utility. Love these kind of concepts.

[@Veronica-lz1ln]

Wow!! I loved this video!! I’ve been wanting to give our chickens more greens but have been dreading the long process of sprouting. You’re right, it doesn’t have to perfect and I don’t have to stay bogged down in the details. Thank you!!

[@edibleacres]

Certainly you can try this method as a place to start and see what it does for you.

[@peterellis5626]

lol.. kicking aside what you exposed ;) "Dad! I do it myself!!"

[@alicebmrocha]

Thank you so much, today was a hard day, but seeing your chickens always makes me smile. All the love from Brazil

[@NS-rn2yy]

"from Brazil"?? Prayers for you and all the people of Brazil and for the land itself.

[@flyfishing1776]

🙏🙏🙏for you Blessings

[@2iceblest]

While northerners can’t employ this year round (makes me want to return to my home state), I do sprout every day without rinsing and rinsing. A sunny window, some seeds, a tray and a spray bottle is all it takes. Plus, I like the idea of soaking one night and spreading their feed seed. I’m going to do that with my scratch mix which is just for them to keep busy in the cold months.

[@manchu6005]

It's really great when the girls come over where you're working since they know that the food is there. My girls like it when I toss a grub or worm to them as I dig holes for whatever task is being worked. Happy New Year y'all! 🇺🇸⚔🇬🇪

[@veneshpillay2988]

Exellent video , can just imagine the quality of those eggs

[@edibleacres]

Variable but often quite lovely

[@tonymcdonald6482]

Very impressed. So simplistically natural. I am an instant convert. Thank you for refocusing my ten years of natural farming.

[@edibleacres]

So thrilled the ideas resonate with you!

[@solomonbonwell9615]

This guy is crunchy but extremely smart, god bless him.

[@JennyG.COW5]

A neighbor of mine has chickens and I'd love to share this them! Thank you for sharing a healthy resources! 😊👍

[@LittleJordanFarm]

Love your method 😊

[@fionawalker8184]

What a lovely calming demonstration, I love the organic way you do yours and not so stressed about watering it every day. Thank you for sharing.

[@chickentender4037]

Thanks, "love the no stress, see how it goes and adjust as needed methods" you share. Just what's needed in my little yard.

[@paulcleary7437]

Everything i search for leads me back to your videos 😂 excellent work brother 😊

[@thisissoeasy]

Brilliant in every way! Thank you so much. Cheers from Outback Australia, Rolf.

[@siamstation]

What a great video. I sprout seeds for my ladies as well. It's a great for them and a treat for me to watch them enjoy it. Blessings from Australia ❤️

[@bluesalamander8351]

Awesome info! Thank you . I have wanted to do this but as you stated the info available can be confusing ! Kudos!

[@edibleacres]

You are the exact type of person we are hoping to reach with this sort of content.

[@TheH20please]

This is just the video the chickens and I have been waiting for. Thank you.

[@abdulnassertajudeen8190]

i like the way you simplified the process. no worries about watering or mold

[@RevLetaLee]

LOVE this. young chickens arriving today. This is so much more my kind of animal care. I have some challenges but I am grateful to start with some alternative and healthier suggestions. Thank you.

[@grumpygrannysgoatsngardens3185]

Hi Lita- I also have '"challenges" and honor your courage and successes. I've modified and simplified my homestead so I can continue into my 70's. Chickens, fruit/nut trees, and wide-aisle or raised garden beds are helpful. Am wondering what you're learning?

[@portofcall100]

Thanks for the great tutorial! You and you're chickens are delightful.

[@bloubrown802]

Such a Gentle Soul! Thank you for sharing

[@christynm.8933]

IM AN INSANE LOVER OF 🐿️. WHEN YOU PUT THE STICK IN THE BUCKET SO CHIPMUNKS & BIRDS DONT DROWN.. I SUBSCRIBED!❤❤❤❤ YOU ARE AWESOME SIR!🥳

[@edibleacres]

So glad you've decided to join us

[@stormvent2572]

You guys are such an inspiration! Thank you so much for all your advice and time. Much love x

[@juanjuan1179]

very nice, straight forward approach.

[@MotifMusicStudios]

This is so helpful and I love the simplicity of this!

[@marylandsmann1175]

I really enjoy your teaching

[@user-xp5qx8wg9x]

Very smart. Thanks for sharing this valuable and elegant system.

[@resolutionarybeing1885]

I really appreciate the simplicity and ease of production you have created as your feeding system. Thank you. I just found you folks and love the way you think! I will seek out your site.

[@amy3458]

You have taught us so much! I just love you both! Thank you for everything you do!

[@taylor-brookehill7073]

love your perspective and methods!

[@NyssaLee]

I've only just found your channel & have found it incredibly informative; I now have plans to put a lot of things into action which I previously wouldn't have thought to do, so thank you!

[@TinyGiantLifeStyle]

This is SO much more practical than trays, watering, and gnats

[@edibleacres]

It works well for us

[@kidsnkittens]

Fantastic! This is the easiest process I’ve seen. Can’t wait to try it. Thank you!

[@womanofwazo]

What a beautiful scenery

[@gerardhoward3084]

Totally enjoy your videos… and we’ve learned so much from you… Thank you

[@nicolassanmillan8460]

Great info here, love your videos. I'm getting some really nice ideas both for the garden and the chickens -they really love having access to compost piles, can't wait to try the sprouts! Very inspiring and relaxing channel, keep it up, cheers from the other side of the Atlantic.

[@Reciprocity_Soils]

Great ideas leading to more ideas that perform well for each context. Thanks!

[@chantaltulliez8066]

Soooo relaxing and happy feelings to watch your contented hens....

[@samlicorish5645]

Yours was actually a better video that I had imagined it would be. Simple, effective, less work. Can't beat that. If only I could get seed in my area that cheap... but I'll use what I have.

[@edibleacres]

Best of luck to you! You may want to see if you can find any direct connections with farmers in your area.

[@jeffreylong9405]

Chicken scratch, cheaper than cheap and grows.

[@mariannefroholdt9783]

So beautiful to see How well taken care ogf they are🤗

[@rojilander7212]

Your thoughtfulness in the yard has created a chicken utopia and an edge with the sprouts is catchy...and the chicken conversations are exemplary...Thanks 🤔 😅😅

[@houseofhurleys]

Super helpful and encouraging. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@courtneyheron1561]

A beautiful thought provoking and valuable video! Thanks a million.🙏❤️😊

[@Celladorzz]

your living wall/Privacy roadside fence looks AMAZING! Almost didn't recognize where you were in the yard!

[@edibleacres]

Time for an update maybe!

[@tanyaparker-callsign.kk7ic238]

Great video we have our first set of ten baby chickens 🐔 looking forward to simple easy farming feeling nature and allowing nature to feed...✊🏾❤️❤️❤️✊🏾

[@hilaryboyd8594]

I’ve been so busy on the farm this summer that now I get to go back and binge-watch all of the videos I’ve missed! 😍😍😍

[@edibleacres]

Welcome back! :)

[@suzigillies3486]

Beautiful healthy chooks. Nice video, will definitely try to sprout😀

[@hellococky7433]

great work. It looks wholesome and interesting for the chicks

[@syedaamirbukhari9204]

Great this is the concept I was looking for so long. Thanks and may God Bless You guidance to eternal paradise in Jannat ul Firdous. Aameen

[@ZombiesCometh]

Thank you for continually sharing your journey.

[@edibleacres]

Our pleasure!

[@liamabean3532]

This is an excellent video - thanks for your hard work to film and share these tips with us.

[@edibleacres]

Our pleasure. Although as you can tell from the video quality this isn't a lot of hard work!

[@mattmurdoch2623]

Love the flexibility you give yourself to experiment and be creative with your feed approach. I’ve wondered if I could just “plant” my sprouted grains for the chickens. Glad to see it works! Ill be doing that from now on!

[@edibleacres]

Definitely worth trying out at least on a small scale

[@monkey2bize]

I love your method. Much more natural and less wasteful.

[@santayanez5179]

Thank you. Simple and straight forward and definitely not complicated. Thanks again. I can't wait to start doing this.

[@edibleacres]

So glad you found it useful!

[@rahneclark1902]

Like that you are calming and kind 😊

[@edibleacres]

Thanks I try

[@mr.mikesart7111]

Great video. Seeds simply.

[@kathygrannes1219]

This was my favorite info and video to date!! Thank you. I’m about to get some chickens. Yay

[@edibleacres]

Glad it was helpful!

[@RR-vg5hg]

Always look forward to chicken tv

[@lilikays6528]

wow that's a great idea for an easy feeding system for healthy chickens. thank you

[@adelepoe5438]

Great, helpful video. I appreciate the simplicity, it is exactly what I need. Thank you.

[@edibleacres]

Our pleasure for sure!

[@kolapyellow7631]

this is a great idea. i like to keep chickens after retirement. i will use your tip. thanks for sharing.

[@TheHusbandTrophy]

thanks for keeping it simple ... inspiring

[@ahmadfariszawawi4365]

wow! your chicken looks so healthy

[@AndrewGasser]

I love your channel. Thank you for teaching us all so much.

[@edibleacres]

Thanks kindly for being part of our community!

[@BigTopPeeWee]

Your videos are awesome...I’m five maybe six videos deep on auto-continue and you almost got me wanting chickens...I got here looking at kiwi propagation...great job!

[@nevernever7709]

Wonderful. So helpful. I really love this concept. Its shown me just what I was looking for. Flow, a natural, simple process to enjoying health happy chickens 🌻

[@meolson9197]

I know this is an older video but Iove your smart approach to feeding chickens. I went all whole grains for my birds two years ago. Then I learned that sprouted grains increase 30% in protein so I added the sprouting. Now I will try this burying and hiding technique! And the birds are such a fan of finding treasure under a moved bucket!

[@edibleacres]

They really love the 'work' of finding the soaked and sprouting seeds... Glad this resonates with ya

[@yeevita]

Love the easiness. Love that the girls seem to love it. No sprouted greens unless the girls are blocked from it. Happy girls!

[@nicholasreed5752]

Thank you, such a smart system

[@melanieallen3655]

Great advice! !🙂Im going to do this 4 my baby turkeys

[@darubaru]

I am getting amazed to see that all this "obviousness" was actually possible... You give hope!

[@deecooper1567]

I know I’m late finding some of your vids🙁 but are very creative. I was raised with .. if you don’t ask you don’t learn. This holds true with trying things & see how it goes. Great video 👵🏻👩‍🌾❣️

[@ashleylortscher4175]

Amazing! Thank you for this!

[@MyTopdogs]

Perfect ! I love this concept so much !

[@mohammedayaz2792]

I absolutely loved the simplicity of your advice. Thank you for sharing. We've getting our first chickens this weekend and will be implementing this system.

[@edibleacres]

Glad it was helpful!

[@wasmara]

Thank you i love your methods

[@colinmcgee5931]

Brilliant advice! Our chickens thank you.

[@memdass747]

I now get it. I asked about chicken feed on your latest post and here’s the answer!! Thanks so much for the posts!

[@edibleacres]

Absolutely our pleasure.

[@ctfreesteader]

I thoroughly Enjoyed this video !!

[@edibleacres]

I'm so glad!

[@reneeregis3015]

love this video. so informative & in depth. thank you