Keeping your backyard chickens well-fed is essential for their health, happiness, and egg production. Having a reliable chicken feeder makes feeding your flock much easier and waste-free. With a few simple materials and some creativity, you can create an inexpensive and durable chicken feeder in just eight easy steps.

1.Gather materials:You’ll need a 4-inch diameter PVC pipe (about 3 feet long), a cap or coupling for the bottom of the pipe, a 90-degree elbow connector, and some cable ties or mounting brackets for attaching the feeder to the wall.

2.Apply the end cap:First, seal one end of the PVC pipe by pushing a PVC cap or coupling onto the bottom of the pipe firmly. This will prevent any feed spillage.

3.Attach elbow connector:On the opposite end of the pipe, attach the 90-degree elbow connector to create an L-shape for feeding. This will provide easy access for your chickens to eat without making a mess.

4.Drill holes:Drill two holes about an inch apart near the top of the PVC pipe on opposite sides. Make sure the holes are large enough for cable ties or mounting brackets.

5.Secure mounting brackets or cable ties:Insert cable ties through each hole or attach mounting brackets, making sure they’re tight enough to hold the feeder in place but not too tight that it could damage or warp your PVC pipe.

6.Mount feeder on wall:Choose a suitable location in your chicken coop, keeping it at least six inches off the ground to discourage rodents and ensure easy access for your chickens. Attach the mounted feeder onto the coop wall using screws or nails (depending on what is secure).

7.Fill with feed:Pour chicken feed into the open end of the PVC pipe until it’s full.

8.Introduce chickens:Your new DIY chicken feeder might be unfamiliar to your chickens, so give them some time to become acquainted with the feeder. You can encourage them to eat by gently tapping on the side of the feeder or even placing a few chickens near the feeding end.

And there you have it – a simple and efficient chicken feeder you’ve made entirely yourself. This homemade chicken feeder is not only cost-effective but will also keep your chickens happy and well-fed, reducing feed waste and mess in your coop. Enjoy your happy, healthier flock with this easy-to-make feeder!