Hearty Hen 18% Protein Soy-Free Pellet

NatureWise® Hearty Hen 18% Protein Soy-Free Pellet is rated 4.9 out of 5 by 178.

Nutrena® NatureWise® Hearty Hen 18% Protein Soy-Free Pellet is crafted for the backyard birds you call family. With 18% protein and Omega-3 from flax seed, it provides complete soy-free nutrition to support strong shells and bright yolks. Enriched with vitamins A, D₃, and E plus 3.7% calcium, it helps your hens stay healthy and productive. The pellet form encourages natural pecking and reduces waste, while our Herbal Blend and FlockShield® promote immune health and digestion—everything your hens need for wholesome, healthy eggs.

18.0% Crude Protein

6.0% Max Crude Fiber

3.5% Crude Fat

Ingredients

Ground Corn, Corn Distillers Dried Grains with Solubles, Wheat Red Dog, Canola Meal, Calcium Carbonate, Ground Flaxseed, Wheat Middlings, Corn Gluten Meal, Sodium Bicarbonate, Cooked Corn Flour, Citric Acid (a preservative), L-Lysine, Colored with Organic Tagetes (Aztec Marigold) Meal, Organic Dried Kelp, Salt, Dried Trichoderma reesei Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium thermophilum Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Verxite Granules, Manganese Sulfate, DLMethionine, Vitamin E Supplement, Yeast Culture, Sodium Selenite, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Silicon Dioxide, Oregano Essential Oil, Thyme Essential Oil, Rosemary Essential Oil, Star Anise Essential Oil, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d- Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (source of Vitamin K activity), Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Manganous Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide, Mixed Tocopherols (a preservative).
Guaranteed Analysis

Nutrient Level

Crude Protein, minimum 18.0%

Lysine, minimum 0.75%

Methionine, minimum 0.35%

Crude Fat, minimum 3.5%

Crude Fiber, maximum 6.0%

Calcium, minimum 3.7%

Calcium, maximum 4.7%

Phosphorus, minimum 0.45%

Salt, minimum 0.25%

Salt, maximum 0.65%

Sodium, minimum 0.15%

Sodium, maximum 0.23%

Manganese, minimum 110 ppm

Selenium, minimum 0.3 ppm

Vitamin A, minimum 4,000 IU/lb

Vitamin D3, minimum 2,500 IU/lb

Vitamin E, minimum 20 IU/lb

Lactobacillus acidophilus, minimum 5.1 MIL CFU/LB

Lactobacillus casei, minimum 5.1 MIL CFU/LB

Bifidobacterium thermophilum, minimum 5.1 MIL CFU/LB

Enterococcus Faecium, minimum 5.1 MIL CFU/LB

Omega 3 Fatty Acids, minimum 1.0%

Contains a source of live (viable) naturally occurring microorganisms.
Feeding Instructions

Start your bird on NatureWise® Chick Starter Grower 18% Protein Crumble, until 16 weeks of age.

Feed NatureWise® Hearty Hen 18% Protein Soy-Free Pellet as the sole diet beginning at 16 weeks of age or onset of lay.

Don’t let feeders run empty.

Clean feeders and waterers regularly.

Keep clean, fresh water available at all times.

Provide NatureWise® Poultry Grit free choice.

Provide NatureWise® Oyster Shell free choice after 16 weeks of age.

Why Choose Hearty Hen for Healthy Eggs

Herbal Blend

We carefully craft our feeds with a unique blend of herbs and essential oils, ensuring your birds are nourished and beaming with a glow of good health.
FlockShield™

Formulated with ingredients to support a strong immune system, optimal digestion, and superior nutrient absorption in healthy flocks.
Egg Essentials

With 18% protein, vitamins A, D3, & E, and 3.7% calcium, our feed has what your hens need to continue laying healthy eggs with bright yolks.

Try NatureWise today.

$10 Off Your First Bag

See How NatureWise Hearty Hen Provides Complete Soy-Free Nutrition

Complete, soy-free nutrition enriched with Omega-3 and crafted with natural* ingredients along with vitamins, minerals, and amino acids for laying hens.

*As defined by AAFCO.

Rated 5 out of 5 by Leslie from Happy hens We just switched over to nutrena a few months ago and are already seeing a difference in my girls.

Date published: 2025-11-28

Rated 5 out of 5 by Andrea from Happy Hens I have been feeding my flock Hearty Hen for over 5 years, and they are still laying eggs daily, and are happy and healthy!

Date published: 2025-11-25

NatureWise® Hearty Hen 18% Protein Soy-Free Pellet Reviews – page 2

Frequently Asked Questions About Hearty Hen

What is the best type of feed for laying hens—textured, pellets, or crumbles?

The best feed form for your flock depends on their age, needs, and breed. NatureWise Hearty Hen 18% Protein Soy-Free Pellet is ideal for laying hens 16 weeks or older. Pellets provide consistent nutrition in every bite which helps to eliminate sorting by your birds.
What vitamins and minerals are essential for egg production?

Protein, vitamins A, D3 & E, and calcium are all important for egg production. NatureWise Hearty Hen 18% Protein Soy-Free Pellet is crafted with Egg Essentials to help your hens lay healthy eggs with bright yolks.
Is NatureWise Hearty Hen 18% Protein Soy-Free Pellet natural?

Yes! NatureWise Hearty Hen 18% Protein Soy-Free Pellet is crafted with natural* ingredients along with vitamins, minerals, essential oils, and amino acids. *As defined by AAFCO.
Can I give scratch grains to my hens?

Yes, scratch grains are fine as a treat. Nutrena’s NatureWise Scratch Grains are a great option, but they should make up no more than 10 percent of the daily diet. Most nutrition should come from complete layer feed such as NatureWise Hearty Hen 18% Protein Soy-Free Pellet.

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