# @shilohfarm on TikTok

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.tiktok.com/@shilohfarm/video/7691334713096588558
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/71188123-shilohfarm-tiktok
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/e919e013b4.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-09-30T14:27:34.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Noah Young (@shilohfarm) — https://gondola.cc/shilohfarm

## Caption

Calcium is one of the most important minerals in a laying hen’s diet because it’s a major building block of the eggshell. And while a quality layer feed already contains calcium, every hen’s needs can be a little different, especially during periods of heavy laying or for older hens. That’s why personally I like to offer oyster shell free-choice on the side. Chickens are surprisingly good at regulating their own calcium intake, so the birds that need a little extra can take it while the others leave it alone. Without enough dietary calcium, a hen can pull calcium from her own skeletal reserves to keep producing eggs, which is why consistent access matters. @Eaton Pet and Pasture just launched their new USA-harvested oyster shells, giving your flock an easy supplemental source of calcium when they need it. 🇺🇸🐓 It’s a small addition to the coop that can make a big difference in supporting healthy hens and strong eggshells.  #oystershells #calcium #backyardchickens #chickens #theshilohfarm 

## Stats

- **Views:** 3,719
- **Likes:** 218
- **Shares:** 10
- **Comments:** 2

## Tags

calcium, oystershells, backyardchickens, theshilohfarm, chickens

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