Producer's Pride Sentinel Xl Chicken Coop (2024)

FAQs

Who makes producer's pride feed? ›

(TSC) branded chicken food called Producer's Pride and Dumor. Long story short: Producer's Pride and Dumor are white-label brands sold by Tractor Supply, and manufactured by Purina.

Agricultural lime should not be used in poultry houses. The use of lime in poultry production can have several effects. Lime application to litter increases the pH of the litter. When litter reaches pH 12, cell membranes of pathogens living in the litter are destroyed.

Our pick for the best predator-proof chicken coop is the Petmate Superior Construction Coop because of its sturdy construction, raised coop, and secure run.

You need an 8'x12′ to 10'x12′ sized coop for 30 chickens. Since you need anywhere from 90 to 120 square feet per bird in the hen house, that means that an 8'x12′ coop would work on the small end, and upwards of 10'x12′ would be best on the higher end for a flock of 30 chickens.

Tractor Supply is eliminating its diversity, equity and inclusion roles, withdrawing its carbon-emission goals, ending support for Pride events and voting efforts, and ceasing data-sharing with LGBTQ+ advocacy group the Human Rights Campaign.

Dine a Chook recommends a high-protein chicken feed

For laying hens, we recommend a crumbed or pelleted feed (not a grain mix!) with a minimum of 17% protein and 4% calcium. For the average backyard layer right through to show quality birds, we usually recommend Showbird Breeder MP and Red Hen 17.

Sprinkling lime over the coop floor and nesting boxes helps to neutralize odors by absorbing excess moisture and reducing bacterial growth. This not only creates a more pleasant environment for your chickens but also minimizes the risk of respiratory issues caused by ammonia buildup.

Q: Is aglime the same as lime? A: No. The term agricultural lime, or "aglime," usually refers to crushed limestone. Limestone (calcium carbonate) is not the same as hydrated lime (calcium hydroxide).

Add high-carbon materials that don't pack easily (e.g., kiln-dried wood shavings), ground dolomitic limestone, or products containing zeolite. Provide good ventilation. An air-tight coop might sound like a good idea, but air circulation will help dry out litter and prevent odors.

Is it better to put a chicken coop on grass or concrete? ›

Chickens love to forge, they will scratch up the ground, eat grass and may even leave shallow craters in the earth to bathe in the dust. Also insects are more likely to enter a coop on grass than a coop on concrete. Insects make a very nutritious snack for chicken and adds more nutrient to their eggs.

Hawks typically take chickens during the day, whereas owls take them during the night. If chicks are missing but no other signs of disturbance exist, the culprit may be a snake, a rat, a raccoon, or a house cat.

Just how much room does a chicken need? A chicken needs about 4 square-feet per bird inside the coop. That means a 10x10 coop would comfortably hold 25 birds.

External nesting boxes, exceptional ventilation, and ease of customization make this hen house a great choice no matter what level of experience you have with raising chickens. Our 4' x 4' Quaker Coop Specs at a Glance: Estimated space for 8 to 10 chickens.

A good rule of thumb is a ratio of one nesting box for every four chickens. Constructing boxes from found materials can save on costs and give character to the backyard coop. Boxes need not be square, but should be roomy enough to contain a laying hen, yet small enough to feel secure.

It is manufactured by Purina Animal Nutrition and distributed to 40 Tractor Supply Company stores in Florida and Georgia.

Last week, they were out so I picked up a bag of Dumor Equistages, which seems to be manufactured by purina for TSC. Both are 14% fat and comparable fat content, and both have built in forage.

Kent Nutrition Group is a division of Kent Corporation, a family-owned, American company with a history of innovation in animal nutrition.