Poultry Talk Ontario (pto.ca)

Has anyone fed coriander (the seeds) to their chickens? I pulled a huge dandelion from the veggie garden yesterday and offered it to the chickens, and one began pecking at a little sprig of coriander that was attached.

When I looked it up, it was on one "poisonous" list, yet two websites claim it's great for their health! Since I have an over-abundance of seeds, I'd love to add some to their food if it would be beneficial. I LOVE the stuff :)

Linda

I have never fed mine coriander seeds, but I have sometimes thrown bunches of cilantro/coriander that have passed their best before date into the veggie scraps area of their run. They like it. I think the key is moderation. Don't know about seeds. If it were me, I would try sprouting them and feeding them that. During the winter I sometimes sprout fenugreek and mung beans for mine so that they get some fresh greens.

Thanks Jaye. Sprouted seeds would be full of nutrients. I've just tried fermenting their feed

Linda