I've seen it advertised in catalogs but it's so darn expensive! I raised my chicks on a combination of XLA and scratch feed (1 to 3 ratio, you don't want too much calcium from the xla) and didn't give them the medicated starter. I also gave them a supplement in their water as well.

Are these only for you and your family or are you going to sell them as "organic"?

If they are just for you, just buy an all natural non medicated feed for the first few weeks and then switch to an organic grower crumbles. We couldn't find organic chick starter so that's what we did

-Sheila

Yes, they are only for us, so that is a good option. Does it have to be a "starter" feed?

I never use "starter feed" anymore. Instead I simply grind the regular Purina Layena a bit so the little ones can eat it easier. I've not seen any negative results so far.