Chicks and Ducklings: Early Learner Starter Feed (22% Protein)

Corn-Free, Soy-Free and GMO-Free Starter for Chicks and Ducklings

Our very popular 22% non-GMO starter is a game-changer. It’s tough to get the protein just right without soy, but our starter feed does it! This is the rare case where a single feed works well for both species. It is made to fit the needs of the neediest species. Ducklings thrive on the same starter we make for chicks, so you can feed one feed to both or either. Chicks and ducklings don’t need to stay on it as long as they do with most starters because it is so nutritious. Pretty soon they are ready for Grower.

GUARANTEED ANALYSIS

crude protein, minimum 22%
lysine, minimum: 1.3%
methionine, minimum: .5%
crude fat, minimum 3.0%
crude fiber, maximum 4.0%
calcium, minimum: .9%
calcium, maximum: 1.1%
phosphorus, minimum: .6%
salt, minimum: .10%
salt, maximum: .30%

INGREDIENTS

Peas, wheat, oats, fish meal, pumpkin meal, limestone, dicalcium phosphate, brewer’s yeast, d l methionine (amino acid), natural salt, beneficial bacteria and enzymes, yucca, niacin, choline chloride, zinc sulfate, iron carbonate, manganous oxide, Vitamin E supplement, Vitamin A supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, biotin, Vitamin B-12 supplement, riboflavin supplement, Vitamin D3 supplement, Vitamin E supplement, menadione sodium bisulfite complex, copper sulfate, calcium pantothenate, menadione, sodium selenite, thiamine mononitrate, ethylenediamine dihydriodide, folic acid.

FEEDING DIRECTIONS

Note: Ducklings have a vital need for some extra things (especially the vitamin niacin) that chicks don’t, but there’s no harm in letting the chicks have extra, so this formula works great for both chicks and ducklings!

This is a complete and balanced ration. Feed from hatch until birds are physically big enough to eat grower pellets. Provide plenty of fresh, clean water. Introduce new feeds gradually. Do not feed old, moldy or insect-infested feeds.

PRICES

The following prices are effective March 1, 2026 and reflect increased costs since our last increase on April 1, 2024. Pricing is based on how many bags you buy as a single order. We discourage you from buying more than you will use in 4-6 months. You are paying for fresh product that's packed with nutrition. Don’t undo the goodness by stockpiling. Prices are shown with a 3% discount for cash payments. Payments made by credit card or electronic check are welcome, but we add 3%.

Early Learner Starter Feed (40 lb. bags)
Direct from Mill
1-49 Bags – $44.50
50+ Bags – $43.50