Scratch grains are not essential to a chicken’s diet, and should only be an occasional treat. That being said, in moderation, scratch grains can benefit chickens in several ways: •They encourage them to forage: Tossing some scratch grains in their run allows them to practice foraging. •They add variety; Chickens are smart, and need variety in their lives. Occasionally offering scratch is a great way to mix things up. •They can be a training tool: Chickens are super food motivated, and scratch ca