Better Eggs, Healthier Birds:

A Deep Dive into Poultry Nutrition

with Jeff Mattock from The Fertrell Company

Sustainable Alaska Podcast Episode

In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Mattocks of Fertrell to unpack what most people get wrong about feeding their chickens, and what actually leads to healthier, longer-living birds.

Jeff shares the story behind Fertrell’s beginning, how a simple experiment with roses turned into an organic nutrition company, and how his own journey led him to become passionate about animal nutrition.

We dive into poultry nutrition. From breaking down common mistakes in homemade feed recipes to understanding why store-bought feed often falls short. Jeff also shares nutrient-dense, homestead-style feed recipes using whole, local ingredients (including meat, fish, and grains) that can improve flock health.

If you raise chickens—or are thinking about it—this episode will challenge what you think you know about feeding them and give you ways to improve their health, productivity, and longevity.

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