Official BYC Poll: Which type of feeder do you use: gravity, treadle, or automatic?

Which type of feeder do you use: gravity, treadle, or automatic?

  • Gravity feeder – simple and reliable!

    Votes: 55 44.0%

  • Treadle feeder – keeps pests away!

    Votes: 12 9.6%

  • Automatic feeder – set it and forget it!

    Votes: 1 0.8%

  • DIY homemade feeder – custom-made for my flock!

    Votes: 23 18.4%

  • Hanging feeder – saves space and keeps feed cleaner!

    Votes: 41 32.8%

  • Open dish or tray – my chickens prefer the old-school way!

    Votes: 28 22.4%

  • Multiple feeder types – I use a mix depending on the situation!

    Votes: 17 13.6%

  • No feeder – I scatter feed directly on the ground!

    Votes: 14 11.2%

  • I’m still experimenting with different feeder types!

    Votes: 5 4.0%

  • Other – let us know in the comments!

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Total voters
    125
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I use gravity fed feeders that are either elevated on a bucket or hanging.

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