@greentips001: 🐓 What You’re Looking At 1. Vertical PVC Pipe Stores the feed (like a silo) Mounted to the wall to save space 2. Bottom Elbow Outlet Curved pipe at the bottom Holds a small amount of feed 👉 Chickens eat from here while more feed drops down automatically 3. Closed Top Cap Keeps feed dry Prevents pests (very important) ⚙️ How It Works Fill pipe from the top Gravity pulls feed downward Feed collects in the bottom elbow Chickens eat → more feed replaces it automatically 👉 No daily refilling needed (depending on size) 💡 Why This System Is So Good ✅ Reduces feed waste ✅ Keeps feed clean (off the ground) ✅ Saves time ✅ Cheap and easy to build ✅ Pest-resistant (if done right) 🛠️ How to Build It Materials 3–4 inch PVC pipe 90° elbow joint End cap (top) Pipe straps or brackets Screws Steps Cut pipe to desired height Attach elbow at bottom Secure vertically to wall Add top cap Fill with feed 📏 Pro Tips Height Placement Bottom opening should be at chicken chest height 👉 Too low = scratching mess 👉 Too high = they won’t use it Prevent Waste Use a slightly narrow opening Don’t let chickens step inside the feeder Keep It Dry Always use a cap Place inside coop or covered area Add Multiple Feeders 1 feeder per 3–4 chickens is ideal ⚠️ Common Mistakes ❌ Opening too big → feed spills ❌ No cap → moldy feed ❌ Too short pipe → constant refilling ❌ Weak mounting → can fall over 🌿 Upgrade Ideas Add a T-joint instead of elbow → multiple feeding points Use clear pipe section → see feed level 👀 Add anti-roost spikes → keep chickens off the top 🧠 Key Idea “Let gravity do the work while keeping feed clean and controlled.” 🥚 Bottom Line This feeder is: Efficient ✔️ Hygienic ✔️ Beginner-friendly ✔️ Perfect for backyard chicken keepers who want less waste and less work.

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