Flockfolk Layer's Choice

(1) Prepare: Place one (1) tea bag into a clean, heat-safe container (e.g., a Mason jar or ceramic bowl).

(2) Steep: Pour 2 to 4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea bag. Cover the container and let steep for 15-20 minutes, or until the tea has fully cooled to room temperature.

Pro Tip: Ensure the tea is completely cool before diluting.

(3) Dilute: Pour the cooled, concentrated tea into a clean 1-gallon chicken waterer.

(4) Fill: Top off the waterer with fresh, cool water to the 1-gallon mark.

(5) Feed Mash Option: Tea may also be used to moisten feed, creating a nutritious mash. This method delivers herbs more directly, avoids birds refusing water due to flavor changes, and works especially well when targeting extra support (e.g., during molt). Offer only what your flock will finish in one sitting to prevent spoilage.

✔ Always provide a second plain waterer alongside.
❌ Discard any unused tea after 24 hours.

In addition to serving teas in a waterer, you can also make a nutritious mash. This is a great option if your flock doesn’t like flavored water or if you want a more targeted way to deliver the herbs.

(1) Brew: Steep the tea bag in freshly boiled water for 15–20 minutes. Let it cool completely before using.

(2) Mix: Pour the cooled tea over your chickens’ feed, adding just enough to moisten and create a soft mash. The texture should be damp and crumbly — not soupy.

(3) Serve Fresh: Offer the mash right away and only make as much as your flock will finish in one sitting. Toss any leftovers after 24 hours. Always keep plain, fresh water available alongside the mash.

Flockfolk Layer's Choice is a targeted enhancement, crafted to fit seamlessly into your flock’s existing wellness program. It layers onto your routine, offering extra support for laying hens while still working hand-in-hand with your seasonal wellness blends.

Suggested Frequency: Rotate Layer’s Choice into your schedule 1–2 times per week.

How to Rotate: On days when you’d normally offer a general wellness blend, simply substitute with Layer’s Choice.

Primary Wellness: Continue offering your Summer Wellness or Winter Wellness blends 3–4 times per week as the foundation of your flock’s routine.

By balancing your core seasonal blends with the focused support of Layer’s Choice, your hens receive well-rounded care that covers both everyday wellness and the unique demands of egg production.

Flockfolk Layer’s Choice is crafted to gently support laying hens through the demanding egg cycle. This blend helps encourage steady laying patterns, promotes balanced calcium use for stronger shells, and contributes to overall vitality. The nutritive herbs offer a natural way to complement a complete diet, while giving your flock a little extra care during their most productive stage. For flexibility, it can be served as a refreshing tea in the waterer or poured over feed as a nourishing mash — whichever your flock prefers.

Flockfolk Layer’s Choice is a targeted enhancement, meant to be rotated into your existing wellness schedule. Use it 1–2 times per week, substituting it for one of your regular Summer or Winter Wellness blends on those days. Continue your primary seasonal rotation on the other days to keep your flock balanced and supported year-round.

While the herbs in this blend are generally safe for all poultry, Flockfolk Layer’s Choice is carefully formulated for the unique needs of laying hens. Its focus — such as supporting calcium metabolism for strong shells and easing the demands of egg production — is optimized specifically for layers. Roosters, while perfectly safe to sip, simply don’t require this type of targeted support since they aren’t producing eggs.

While Flockfolk Layer’s Choice is formulated to meet the unique needs of laying hens, it is generally safe for roosters to consume. The herbs used are widely recognized as safe for poultry, and there are no anticipated harmful effects at the recommended dilution.

That said, roosters will not experience the targeted benefits related to egg production, such as improved shell strength or yolk vibrancy, since they don’t lay eggs. They may still enjoy the general nutritive and digestive support from herbs like Alfalfa and Nettle. Just be sure your rooster isn’t monopolizing the special waterer and preventing hens from accessing it — hens are the ones who benefit most from this blend.

Flockfolk Layer's Choice is a supportive herbal supplement, not a replacement for essential nutrition. Laying hens require a high-quality layer feed that’s balanced for their dietary needs, along with continuous access to supplemental calcium (such as oyster shell) for strong eggshells.

Our blend is designed to complement, not substitute, these vital components of their diet. For flexibility, it can be brewed and served in a waterer or used to moisten feed as a nourishing mash — but it should never replace the foundation of a proper layer ration.

This blend supports the overall health and vitality of laying hens, which may contribute to consistent laying when other factors — such as age, daylight, nutrition, and breed — are already optimal. However, it is not a “laying stimulant.”

If a hen has stopped laying, it’s important to look into the underlying causes, which can include age, molting, stress, nutritional deficiencies, or other health issues. When in doubt, always consult a veterinarian to rule out or address medical concerns.

Flockfolk Layer’s Choice is a supportive herbal supplement, designed to complement the foundation of a proper laying hen diet — not replace it. To keep your flock thriving and laying consistently, the essentials of daily care are just as important as the herbal support you provide. Think of this blend as a gentle boost layered on top of the basics your hens already need.

At the core of every healthy laying flock are these non-negotiables:

High-quality layer feed → Provides the balanced nutrition hens need to fuel their bodies and produce eggs.

Supplemental calcium (like oyster shell or limestone grit) → Ensures strong, healthy eggshells.

Fresh, clean water → Always available to prevent dehydration and keep digestion working smoothly.

Clean, dry coop → Reduces stress and minimizes exposure to harmful bacteria and parasites.

Adequate nesting boxes → Encourages consistent, comfortable laying and reduces stress.

Optional Extras for Holistic Care

Some flock keepers like to add a few extra touches to promote well-being and consistency:

Access to grit (especially if hens don’t free-range often) → Supports proper digestion.

Good ventilation in the coop → Keeps air fresh and lowers respiratory risks.

Consistent daylight (natural or safe supplemental light in winter) → Helps maintain steady laying.

Low-stress environment → Stress from overcrowding, predators, or frequent changes can reduce laying.

By combining these essentials with the gentle herbal support of Flockfolk Layer’s Choice, you’re giving your hens the best chance at staying healthy, productive, and resilient throughout their laying cycle.

We are committed to quality and transparency. We carefully source our herbs from reputable suppliers who adhere to strict quality control standards. All of our herbs are human-grade and ethically sourced. We prioritize organic and sustainably harvested options whenever possible to ensure purity and potency. Our mission is to bring you the best nature has to offer for your beloved flock.