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Kalmbach Feeds Chickhouse Reserve Extraordinary 18% Protein Chick Starter Feed, 30-lb bag

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  • 18% chick starter for growing chicks.
  • Complete, balanced nutrition.
  • Features wholesome nutrition and whole grains.
  • Blend of prebiotics, probiotics, essential oils, and enzymes support immune and tummy health.
  • Fully fortified with vitamins, minerals, and amino acids for strong, healthy growth.

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10 Customer Questions

Are the pieces small enough for bantams, silkies and seramas?

Answer by Chewy • Mar 28, 2023
This feed can be fed to all types of poultry. If you have very small genetic lines of bantams or very delicate silkies, then a small crumble may be your best option. However, we have many flocks with bantams, silkies, and seramas that are using Chickhouse Reserve.

Is this feed medicated?

Answer by Chewy • Mar 25, 2024
This feed is not medicated. It contains a proprietary blend of prebiotics, probiotics, essential oils, diatomaceous earth, and enzymes to support digestive, immune and health function.

Is this feed GMO free?

Answer by Chewy • Mar 16, 2023
This formula is not GMO free.

Can I give this feed to a few days old chicks? Should I also give them chick grits with this feed?

Answer by Chewy • Feb 27, 2026
Feed continuously as the sole ration on a free choice basis from hatch to laying age, approximately 16 weeks of age. Always provide shelter and a continuous supply of fresh, clean water.
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Brittany on Sep 11, 2025

Grain Mites!

Our birds love this feed. Unfortunately the last two bags delivered yesterday have grain mites that I didn’t see until today. One was placed in our garage stored

Our birds love this feed. Unfortunately the last two bags delivered yesterday have grain mites that I didn’t see until today. One was placed in our garage stored next to our other feed, which contaminated another bag of feed. The other went directly into our office where our 2 month old chicks are. Both bags this morning were covered with mites. The 4 dog toys that came also had mites on them and I unfortunately threw them on the guest bed. Chewy replaced all the items, but now I have to deep clean and try to get rid of grain mites in our house! Be cautious of all new bags of feed this is the second round Kalmbach feed that contained grain mites, both were different types of feed.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Anna on Oct 22, 2024

Fantastic quality

Wanted to get something high protein to add into my coturnix quails’ feed that had some variety. The Chickhouse Reserve seemed pretty promising, and lots of chicken

Wanted to get something high protein to add into my coturnix quails’ feed that had some variety. The Chickhouse Reserve seemed pretty promising, and lots of chicken lovers seemed to like the Henhouse Reserve. I was a bit skeptical since it had a few bad reviews and photos, but I was very pleasantly surprised when I opened the bag to a great batch of feed! It smells wonderful, better than any feed I’ve bought so far, like sourdough bread. It’s got lots of lentils, seeds and grains in it too. Not at all dusty, either! This was my first time purchasing a Kalmbach feed, I’ll definitely be coming back for more.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Worley on Jan 21, 2025

A Very Noticible Difference

Chicks are hardy, don’t have pasty butt and grow well. The times I’ve run out and had to substitute a normal feed store chick feed I saw a marked decline in growth

Chicks are hardy, don’t have pasty butt and grow well. The times I’ve run out and had to substitute a normal feed store chick feed I saw a marked decline in growth and thriftiness. I’ve been raising chickens for over 45 yrs

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Besina on Dec 4, 2024

Complete nutrition for growing chicks

First time chicken lady to 15 chicks. Our chicks easily transitioned from starter chick crumble to this feed. I liked that in also includes the grit needed. Less

First time chicken lady to 15 chicks. Our chicks easily transitioned from starter chick crumble to this feed. I liked that in also includes the grit needed. Less worry for me! Our chicks are now beautiful pullets. :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By NZ on Oct 16, 2025

Baby Chicks New Favorite! 10 Stars!

Chickhouse Reserve is 10 stars!! I had an unexpected brood of baby chicks, so I bought some baby chick feed from our local TS, however the chicks were trying to

Chickhouse Reserve is 10 stars!! I had an unexpected brood of baby chicks, so I bought some baby chick feed from our local TS, however the chicks were trying to eat the Kalmbach Henhouse Reserve I feed their mommies, and not eating much of the highest reviewed chick feed I had purchased. Now everyone is happy, happy, happy with their Kalmbach feed and growing so fast!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Rebecca on Dec 19, 2025

Chickens like it

My 5 have been on mana pro chick starter and grower and around 12 weeks a started them on this they seem to like it just fine and will transition to layer crumbles

My 5 have been on mana pro chick starter and grower and around 12 weeks a started them on this they seem to like it just fine and will transition to layer crumbles and hen house reserve once they’re ready

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Rhonda on May 29, 2025

This feed is not recommended

My 4 month old chicks they were fed exclusively Chickhouse reserve starter all showed symptoms of “Curled Toe paralysis “ which is a Vitamin B 2 deficiency caused

My 4 month old chicks they were fed exclusively Chickhouse reserve starter all showed symptoms of “Curled Toe paralysis “ which is a Vitamin B 2 deficiency caused by a lack of vitamins . I started to question this type of feed and after researching the disease it’s clear that they were definitely deficient. If you continue to use it -be very dedicated to also supplementing Vit-B 2 and B-12 riboflavin to their diets as this is Not recommended as a complete feed source .

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Melinda on May 6, 2026

The ingredients looks spectacular!!

I feed 30% Game Bird and just decided to try Kalmbach for Chicks. OMG!! The chicks love it!! Little feeders are GB and the orange feeder is the Kalmbach!!

I feed 30% Game Bird and just decided to try Kalmbach for Chicks. OMG!! The chicks love it!! Little feeders are GB and the orange feeder is the Kalmbach!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By JENNIFER on Apr 5, 2025

Chicks love it!

I got my girls when they were 6 weeks old already. I feed my hens the henhouse reserve so I bought a bag of this for the little ones. They absolutely love it!

I got my girls when they were 6 weeks old already. I feed my hens the henhouse reserve so I bought a bag of this for the little ones. They absolutely love it! I do think they pick out their favorite bits but they all seem to have different favorite bits so it seems to work out. They are growing fast and their feathers look great and they are all healthy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Jenny on Mar 19, 2025

Keeps our girls happy and healthy!

I can say with confidence after using this feed for over a year, the red speak for themselves. Our ladies are happy and healthy, everyone lays at least 1 egg a day,

I can say with confidence after using this feed for over a year, the red speak for themselves. Our ladies are happy and healthy, everyone lays at least 1 egg a day, even through the cold of the winter. Very happy!