Hey everyone! 👋
Nothing’s worse than collecting soft, thin, or brittle eggshells from your hens. A strong eggshell is a sign of good nutrition and overall health, and if your hens are laying weak eggs, it’s time to make some changes!
🐔 Natural Ways to Strengthen Eggshells
✅ 1. Boost Calcium Intake 🦴
- Hens need calcium-rich diets to lay strong eggs. Try these natural sources:
🥚 Crushed eggshells – Rinse, dry, and crush them to mix with feed.
🦪 Oyster shell supplement – The best long-term calcium source.
🌿 Dark leafy greens – Kale, spinach, and collards add extra minerals.
✅ 2. Provide Vitamin D3 ☀️
- Hens can’t absorb calcium properly without enough Vitamin D3.
- Free-ranging helps, but in winter or low-light months, supplement with:
☀️ Cod liver oil (tiny amounts in feed)
☀️ D3-enriched layer feed
✅ 3. Balance Phosphorus ⚖️
- Too much or too little phosphorus messes with calcium absorption.
- Offer a balanced diet with a quality layer feed to keep levels right.
✅ 4. Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) in Water 🍏
- Adding 1 tbsp per gallon of water improves mineral absorption.
- Helps with gut health and supports egg-laying consistency.
✅ 5. Reduce Stress 🛑
- Predators, pecking order fights, or excessive handling can affect eggshell strength.
- Make sure hens feel safe, comfortable, and well-fed for best results.
🐔 How Do You Keep Your Hens’ Eggshells Strong?
💬 Do you use oyster shell, eggshells, or another supplement?
🥚 Have you noticed changes in shell quality with diet changes?
📸 **Drop your best egg basket photos below!**👇🐓🥚
