The Wind River Bug Ranch is proud to say, we never use wheat bran to raise mealworms or any of our other insects. This is despite the fact that wheat bran is cheap, readily available, and the industry standard for raising several insect species, especially mealworms. The reason why we instead use organic chicken feed […]
Calcium is vital to your chickens’ health, as it not only makes up their bones and eggshells, but it is also plays important roles in muscle and nerve function. A lack of calcium in the diet will lead to weak bones and thin, rubbery eggshells, or even broken eggs. While commercial chicken feeds contain calcium, […]
Raising mealworms at home is fun and easy, and ensures you always have a supply of healthy chicken treats on hand. All you need is a little chicken feed, a tray or bin of some sort, and some veggies scraps from the kitchen for moisture. The life cycle of the mealworm lasts about four months […]
Nutritional Advantages High-Quality Protein Insects, like mealworms, crickets, and black soldier fly larvae, contain concentrated amino acids crucial for muscle development, feather growth, and egg production. Healthy Fats Insects provide natural fatty acids, such as lauric acid, which acts as a prebiotic to boost gut health and immunity to disease. Insects are also rich in […]
Many reptile keepers are confused about how to properly use calcium supplements for their reptiles. Some rarely use it, while others “put that stuff on everything”! Let’s take a look at the facts, and see what the best approach to calcium supplementation really is. Why Is Calcium Important? Calcium is important for the health of […]
The Wind River Bug Ranch is proud to say we never use wheat bran to raise mealworms or any of our other insects. This is despite the fact that wheat bran is cheap, readily available, and the industry standard for raising several insect species, especially mealworms. The reason why we instead use organic chicken feed […]
Live Insects The healthiest insects for your chickens to eat will always be the ones that have been fed a healthy diet right up to the point when your chickens gobble them up. Their nutrients have not been degraded by the high-heat drying process. They are full of moisture, so they will never cause crop […]
At the Wind River Bug Ranch, we offer a variety of nutritious insects that make excellent treats for backyard chickens. While your flock will happily enjoy almost any bug, some insects stand out for their exceptional nutritional value. Here’s a closer look at the best choices for your happy flappers. Mealworms Mealworms have been a […]
