Can chickens eat apples?

Yes, chickens can eat apples in small amounts. UF/IFAS Extension says the fruit itself is safe, but not the seeds. Apple seeds contain compounds that release cyanide when crushed or chewed, so remove them first.

How to serve it: seeds and core removed, in pieces

Kitchen scraps: The rules depend on where you live. US extension services allow small amounts of table scraps, no more than 10 percent of the daily diet (Oklahoma State). In the UK, it’s illegal to feed kitchen scraps to chickens, even pet hens (RSPCA, APHA). In the EU, Germany’s agriculture ministry (BMLEH) says kitchen and food waste must not be fed to laying hens.