[sussexchook]

Can chickens eat rhubarb

[BabbyAnn]

Rhubarb leaves contain oxalic acid and glycosides which are poisonous.  However, I have been wondering myself whether addition of "stewed rhubarb" would be alright in small doses and mixed in with say mash - whether they'll eat it is another thing.

[sussexchook]

It's the tops and bottoms of the stems I have left from stewing it

[hen addict]

Personally I wouldn't risk it. Also as its a new taste and smell they probably won't touch it anyway, They seem to have an extra sense as to what's not good to eat.

[sussexchook]

Thanks very much I've put it in the bin anyway but I'll remember for next time