Can Chickens Eat Peas?

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Excellent treats for chickens should be palatable and rich in nutrients. One popular treat people like to give to their chickens is peas.

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Chickens can and should eat peas. Peas are rich in proteins as well as vitamins, minerals, and fibers.

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Chickens Eating Peas

Chickens love their peas and will eat as many peas as you give to them. Even though peas are not the favorite treats of chickens, they do relish eating them.

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Pea Pods for Chickens

Peapods are the case in which peas develop on the plant. Peapods can have up to 4% protein when fresh according to the variety. Chickens can eat pea pods if they want.

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Other Seeds That Chickens Can Eat

Watermelon Seeds Watermelon seeds are nutritious for chickens and you can give them as many seeds as you want. Chickens can also eat watermelon rinds (peels), so no part of a watermelon is a waste if you have chickens.

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