[bedifferent]

As i emptying my cutting box into the green bin i was wondering if it would be a good idea to throw the cuttings into the run for the chooks to stop their little feet getting dirty in the rain? Does anyone do this? Does it turn into a stinking rotting mess after a while?? Thought it might provide some entertainment as well.

[Roughlee Handled]

If it is fresh then you girls will eat it!!!!!! But do not give them long grass as it can block up the crop.  
As to the rotting mess I just remember my father compost heap which was not pleasant.  I am sure someone else  will be here soon to impart there knowledge.

[WoodyK]

Do grass clippings ferment?

Would this cause a problem for chickens?

[agapanthus]

If the chooks run is earth then it should'nt be a problem....it can always be dug in if it gets yucky!

[compostqueen]

if you compost mowings they really help the heap to heat up fast.  You just mix them well in then you don't end up with a smelly mess     Or don't add too many at once.  I sometimes dry them off before adding them, if the sun is shining that is

[poultrygeist]

I've just chucked mine on the compost heap, about 6" thick all over in the hope of heating it up again really quickly. Then I'll stir it round after a few days.

I didn't put it in with the chooks because it was a bit long and they will eat it in minutes. All of it.

I suspect this caused crop problems a few moths ago, so i don't like to do it now but if you think it's short enough and it is fresh, then treat them !  

Rob