[Tracydr]

Originally Posted by ilex

I put a foot of shredded pine in the chicken run, plus use it as the compost pile (just throw everything there). They do the composting for me, are happy and get food in exchange of their work. I like the end product which is not as strong as pure chicken manure.

I would put it in a pile, get it moist and see if it heats. If it doesn't you can use it. If it does, wait.

I do this,too.