Can chickens eat potato peel?

Why

Potato peels can contain glycoalkaloids, which are toxic compounds that can make chickens sick. It is critical to avoid any peels that are green, sprouted, or shriveled, as cooking does not destroy these toxins.

If you do feed it

• Only feed peels that are firm, fully brown, and have no green spots or sprouts.
• Offer peels in very small quantities as an occasional treat, not a staple.
• Ensure peels are cooked thoroughly before feeding, though this does not make unsafe peels safe.
• Discard any peels that show signs of rot or deep green coloring immediately.

Watch out for

• green skin or spots
• sprouts
• shriveling
• rotten or moldy peels

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