{"title":"Grit","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"scratch-peck-grit","title":"Scratch \u0026 Peck - Grit","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"prose xxl:prose-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 62\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 63\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScratch and Peck's Poultry Grit is available in three convenient sizes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarter, Grower, and Layer. Made of insoluble crushed quartzite or granite, grit is necessary for the healthy development of the gizzard, a muscle that aids in digestion and allows for maximum nutrient benefits from poultry feed. Starter grit is recommended for layer chicks from hatching to 8 weeks, broiler chicks from hatching to 4 weeks, and ducklings from hatching to 4 weeks. Sprinkle Starter Grit directly on feed for the first few days and then offer free choice in a separate container for birds to consume as they need. Always provide ample clean, fresh water. Milled in a facility that processes Certified Organic and Non-GMO Project Verified corn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDIRECTIONS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 62\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor chicks 0-8 weeks, broiler chicks 0-4 weeks, and ducklings 0-4 weeks. Sprinkle Starter Grit directly on feed for the first few days and then offer in a separate container for birds to consume as they need. Always provide ample clean, fresh water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMilled in a facility that processes Certified Organic and Non-GMO Project Verified corn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKEY POINTS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo Dental Bills! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChickens and ducks \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edon’t have teeth. Instead, they have a powerful muscle called a gizzard \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(also called the muscular stomach or ventriculus) where food is ground up with grit and digestive juices. Grit is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ean essential part of your bird’s diet and appropriately sized grit should always be provided. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Free Choice Grit? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBirds are instinctual at self-regulating their diet. Grit that is available all the time (aka free choice) enables your birds to consume the grit they need when they need it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThink Goldilocks \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatch the correct grit size to the size of your birds so they experience the maximum nutrient benefits from the foods they eat. Starter grit for chicks and ducklings, grower grit for the teens, and layer grit for adults. Think like Goldilocks \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot too big and not too small. Just right! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEco-Friendly Packaging \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur feed and supplement pouches are recyclable, and our feed bags are both recyclable and compostable to provide simple, sustainable choices for your flock and the planet. Enjoy quality products while reducing waste and supporting eco-friendly farming practices. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSustainably Sourced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Starter, Grower, and Layer Grits are proudly sourced in the United States. Choosing this product means investing in local businesses. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eALSO \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarter grit is sustainably sourced in USA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssential digestion supplement for chickens and ducks \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffer free choice to chicks and ducklings \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBirds will self-regulate and take what they need \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo fuss. No fillers. Real ingredients. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-10\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Scratch \u0026 Peck","offers":[{"title":"Grower","offer_id":46395039907992,"sku":"","price":6.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Starter","offer_id":46395039940760,"sku":"","price":6.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Layer","offer_id":46395039973528,"sku":"","price":6.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0476\/2530\/6264\/files\/spf_9374-07-grower-grit-ingredient-tr2000.png?v=1742580964"}],"url":"https:\/\/shop.lakejoyfarmstead.com\/collections\/grit.oembed","provider":"Lake Joy Farmstead","version":"1.0","type":"link"}