Can Chickens Eat Kiwi?

Safe to feedYes — fuzzy skin and all

Chickens can eat kiwi — the flesh is a vitamin-C powerhouse and even the fuzzy skin is fair game.

The why

Kiwi is safe top to bottom: soft seedy flesh, edible skin, no toxic parts. It's one of the more nutrient-dense fruits you can share, and soft overripe ones are perfect.

How to feed it

Halve them and let hens scoop the flesh out of the skin like little bowls.

Worth knowing

Just the usual: it's sugary, so a half per bird occasionally is plenty.

The 90/10 rule: whatever the treat, a laying flock's diet should stay about 90% balanced feed. Treats — even the healthy ones — are the garnish, not the meal. Wondering what your flock really costs to feed? Try our free egg cost calculator.

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