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- To: s*@gj.net
- Subject: Re: was Re: Forwarded query - now grit
- From: J* <J*@aol.com>
- Date: Wed, 1 Apr 1998 11:39:01 EST
In a message dated 4/1/98 9:59:43 AM Eastern Standard Time, srwillms@gj.net writes: << I wasn't able to locate chicken grit (even though I live in a rural area)because the supply houses have to buy truck loads of it. They did sell me a fine calcium almost-powder substance that is used instead of egg shells to aid the chickens' digestion. Does anyone know if the calcium could hurt the seedlings? Thanks- Sheryl in Western CO >> Sheryl, I'm really hoping that someone more knowledable jumps in on this, but in case they don't let me say that this is NOT a substitue for the grit for horticultural use. It is a substitute digestive aid for chickens. The calcium is needed for good egg production and the fine particles also help with digestion. But for horticultural purposes, all it will do is form a crust, after being wet, and allowed to dry. The grit's purpose is just the opposite (amongst other things). I'd suggest returning the calcium ( or better yet, spread in on your garden and mix it in), and trying to get a local pet store to order the grit for you. They don't have to buy a truckload. You just have to wait for a special order. Karen Ernst "The Chicken Lady"
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