Description
xMeet Mile Four Chicken Grit, a natural mineral supplement designed to support your flock’s digestion and daily energy. Sourced from USA mines and crafted from quartzite, this grit gives chickens a textured partner for breaking down feed since they lack teeth. It’s purpose-built for both growing chicks and mature layers, helping birds access the nutrients they need through steady, mechanical digestion.
Two sizes to fit every stage
- Starter Grit for ages 0–8 weeks
- Layer & Grower for ages 8+ weeks
Chickens will eat grit as needed, so it’s easy to offer in a separate container near the feed. In practice, laying hens typically consume about 1 lb per month, though exact intake varies by breed and weather. The system is simple: birds grab what they need, when they need it, without forcing additional feeding.
Real-life flock benefits and uses
- Aids mechanical digestion, helping feed break down into usable nutrients for energy and growth.
- Appropriate for both layers and growers as birds transition through growth and laying cycles.
- Easy to offer in a dedicated grit feeder beside daily feed for convenient access.
Quality and sourcing matter. This grit is 100% natural quartzite, a mineral-rich supplement that’s USA mined and packaged in a 4 lb bag. Its gritty texture works well in the coop and is designed for routine flock use. Store it in a dry place and keep the feeder stocked to support consistent access at the coop door or feed station.
Practical guidance for your coop
Use this grit as a steady, on-hand resource for growing pullets and mature layers alike. The two-life-stage option means you can tailor the product to the flock’s changing needs, encouraging healthy development and steady laying patterns without overemphasis on any single outcome.
FAQ
Q: What ages is Mile Four Chicken Grit suitable for?
A: Two sizes are available: Starter Grit for 0–8 weeks and Layer & Grower for 8+ weeks.
Q: How much grit should I feed per chicken?
A: Chickens eat grit as needed; a common guideline is about 1 lb per month per laying bird, depending on breed and weather.
Shipping & Return
xReturns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
Shipping
We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.
When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.
Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.
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