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Basic Bird Seed Mix

Basic Bird Seed Mix

Many birds start to migrate in mid-August, and the demand for nourishment increases at this time. Not only are birds hungrier at this time of year, but as fall draws near, both migrant and non-migrant birds will establish their winter feeding territory. There is no better time than now to establish your yard as a bird banquet for the winter!

Here is simple, easy recipe for a basic bird seed mix, to get you started.

Basic Bird Mix
50 percent sunflower seed
35 percent white proso millet
15 percent cracked corn

Combine the seed, millet, and corn in a large container. Store in a dry trash can or storage can with a tight-fitting lid. This mixture can be offered in a tube, hopper, or platform feeder.

Black oil sunflower seed is a great choice because it is higher in calories.

Read more: Nature, Nature & Wildlife,

By Annie B. Bond

Annie B. Bond

Annie is a renowned expert in non-toxic and green living. Named one of the top 20 environmental leaders by Body and Soul Magazine, Annie has authored four books, including "Home Enlightenment" (Rodale Press, 2005) and "Better Basics for the Home" (Three Rivers Press, 1999).

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John B. John B.
11:02AM PDT on May 4, 2012

Thanks for the bird seed recipe Annie.

Donna Hamilton Donna H.
7:43AM PDT on Apr 28, 2012

Thanks for the info.

Lydia Price Lydia P.
7:02AM PDT on Mar 24, 2012

Don't forget the peanut butter! Peanut butter helps weak birds regain their strength rapidly due to the high sugar content and life-sustaining protein.

Sa R. S R.
6:42AM PST on Feb 12, 2012

Doing as recommended. TY

Danuta Watola Danuta W.
1:23AM PST on Feb 1, 2012

Thanks for sharing

New G. New G.
2:55AM PST on Jan 5, 2012

Thank you.

Ernie Miller Ernie M.
6:52AM PST on Dec 13, 2011

thanks

Michele Wilkinson Michele W.
1:33AM PST on Nov 17, 2011

Thank you

Patricia W. Patricia W.
8:59PM PDT on Oct 3, 2011

I can try this with my home-made bird bells. TY!

Ida J. Ida J.
6:00AM PDT on Oct 2, 2011

thank you

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