{"product_id":"mile-four-chicken-grit-for-layers-growers-50-lb-quartzite-8-weeks","title":"Mile Four Chicken Grit for Layers \u0026 Growers, 22.7 kg Quartzite, 8+ Weeks","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMile Four Chicken Grit Layer \u0026amp; Grower is quartzite grit for chickens from 8 weeks onward, supplied in a 50 lb size to help birds break down feed without teeth.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuartzite grit — gives layers and growers grit to help break down their feed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50 lb size — provides a substantial quantity for a flock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade for chickens 8+ weeks — suits layer and grower birds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffered separately from feed — makes grit easy to set out for chickens to eat as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChickens eat grit as needed and will not overeat — no need to mix it into their feed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eChickens do not have teeth, so they need grit to help break down feed. This Layer \u0026amp; Grower option is made for older chicks and adult birds, including laying chickens. Keep grit available in a separate container alongside their feed, allowing the flock to take it as needed rather than having it mixed into a meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich chickens is this grit for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMile Four Chicken Grit Layer \u0026amp; Grower is intended for chickens aged 8 weeks and older. It is suited to both growers and layers, covering the period after the starter stage and continuing through laying age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Layer \u0026amp; Grower option is for ages 8+ weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMile Four also offers Starter Grit for chicks aged 0–8 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy do chickens need grit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChickens have no teeth, and grit helps them break down feed so their bodies can absorb its nutrients. Keeping grit available supports this part of digestion for both growing birds and layers. For laying chickens, the product is intended to help support health and more consistent production of larger eggs; results are not guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrit helps chickens break down feed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed breakdown helps the body absorb nutrients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I offer it, and how much do laying chickens eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut Mile Four Chicken Grit Layer \u0026amp; Grower in a separate container beside the feed. Chickens choose to eat grit when they need it, and they will not overeat. As a planning reference, the average for a laying chicken is 1 lb per month; actual amounts vary by breed and weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffer grit separately rather than mixing it into feed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the monthly average as a guide, not a fixed amount for every bird.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product suits chicken keepers with growers or laying birds who want grit available as part of the flock’s feeding setup. It is intended for chickens aged 8 weeks and older, with Starter Grit covering the 0–8-week stage. The quartzite grit is supplied in a 50 lb size for layer and grower flocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMile Four Layer \u0026amp; Grower Grit Ingredients: Natural Quartzite (100%) +++++ Quartzite is a non-foliated metamorphic rock converted from sandstone through heat \u0026amp; pressure +++++ Grit helps chickens digest feed as they do not have teeth. With grit, chickens can \"chew\" \u0026amp; breakdown feed so their body can absorb the nutrients they need to be healthy \u0026amp; produce larger eggs more consistently +++++ Download a 'certificate of analysis' PDF in 'product guides and documents' section of this product page\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How much grit does a laying chicken typically eat?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Mile Four Chicken Grit Layer \u0026amp; Grower averages 1 lb per month for each laying chicken. The amount varies with breed and weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What age is Mile Four Starter Grit for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Mile Four Starter Grit is for chicks aged 0–8 weeks; Mile Four Chicken Grit Layer \u0026amp; Grower is for chickens aged 8 weeks and older.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Mile Four","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55663939453271,"sku":"B083ZLLPVY","price":232.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/4780\/0663\/files\/mile-four-chicken-grit-layer-grower-product-view.jpg?v=1793351609","url":"https:\/\/bathpetsupplies.co.uk\/products\/mile-four-chicken-grit-for-layers-growers-50-lb-quartzite-8-weeks","provider":"BathPetSupplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}