Is it possible and practical to feed hens egg shells instead of oyster shell to supplement their diet for calcium?
It is a common practice in many backyard flocks to recycle egg shells by feeding them back to the hens as a calcium source. However, it is very important to dry the shells completely first – otherwise the hens get a taste of the egg content and may start eating eggs. Once a flock starts eating eggs it is very hard to break them of the habit.
