Supporting your hens through a moult Moulting is a natural process where hens shed old feathers and grow new ones, usually in late summer or autumn. • Feathers are made from over 85% protein, so switch to a higher-protein feed such as @marriagesfeed growers pellets or offer protein-rich treats like @wiggly.wigglers mealworms or sunflower seeds, @econourish.superfood larvae or scrambled egg in order to provide the protein required. • Egg laying often stops during a moult – this is completely norm