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Grit for Chickens – Digestion & Growth
Grit for Chickens – Digestion & Growth
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Grit consists of small, natural stones that chickens use to grind their food. Essential for healthy digestion, optimal growth, and better nutrient absorption — especially for chickens in a run or coop.
- 🪨 100% natural stones
- ⚙️ Essential for digestion
- 🐣 Extra important for young chickens
- 🚚 Free shipping from €60 (up to 30kg)
"Good grit for my Orpington large fowl and my small Orpington. Super well packed in a neutral, thick paper, resealable bag." — Caroline t.P., verified review
Why is Grit indispensable for your chickens?
- Perfect digestion — chickens don't have teeth and use grit in their gizzard to grind food finely
- Better nutrient absorption — well-ground food means chickens get more out of their daily feed
- Essential for runs and coops — free-range chickens find stones themselves, but in a run or coop, they need grit
How does grit work in a chicken's stomach?
- Food enters — your chicken eats its daily chicken feed, which is first moistened in the proventriculus
- To the gizzard — the food goes to the gizzard, where the grit awaits
- Perfectly ground — the stones grind the food finely, so that nutrients can be properly absorbed in the intestines
When is Grit extra important?
- Chickens in a run or coop — indoor chickens cannot search for stones, so grit is essential
- Young chickens — chicks need extra help digesting their food for optimal growth
Who is this suitable for?
Suitable for all chicken breeds and ages, from small breeds to large fowl.
Usage & dosage
Place a dish of grit in a dry feeder or bowl, next to complete chicken feed such as Complete Feed. Even free-range chickens often take it as needed. For even better digestion, combine with Pikmix.
Available packaging
| Packaging |
|---|
| 1L Resealable Stand-up Pouch |
| 3L Resealable Stand-up Pouch |
Frequently asked questions
Why do chickens need grit?
Chickens do not have teeth. Grit remains in the gizzard and helps grind food there so that nutrients can be properly absorbed.
Do free-range chickens also need grit?
Free-range chickens often find stones themselves, but also regularly take from a dish of grit as needed. For chickens in a run or coop, it is essential.
What is the difference between Grit and Oyster Shell?
Grit consists of hard stones that help grind food. Oyster shell is a calcium source from ground oyster shells. Both are useful and complement each other.
Is Grit suitable for young chicks?
Yes, young chickens, in particular, need extra help digesting their food for optimal growth.
How do I give Grit to my chickens?
Place it in a dry feeder or dish that your chickens can always access.
What is the best way to store Grit?
Store dry and sealed in the original packaging.
Onze kippen en ikzelf zijn zeer tevreden over de producten van Kippenpakket. Ze smullen van de meelwormen en ook het hoogwaardige graan lusten ze super graag!
Ik voeg ook oestergrit toe aan hun eten en ga nu de maag'korrel' proberen.
Goede maagkiezel voor mijn Orpington groothoenders en mijn kleine Orpington. Het is supergoed verpakt in n neutrale dik papieren, hersluitbare zak.
