Big farm vitamins. Backyard bottle.
- Same Catalyst vitamin formula trusted by commercial operations nationwide
- Liquid form — just pour into the waterer, no powder clumping
- Vitamins A, D, E, K plus electrolytes for complete flock support
- 8 oz bottle sized and priced for backyard and small flocks
$23.00
- Drinking water (waterer or nipple system)
- Standard dosing:
- Add 1 tablespoon per gallon of drinking water
- Replace treated water every 2-3 days
Liquid vitamin supplement for backyard flocks. Same Catalyst formula in an easy-pour 8 oz bottle.
See the full poultry program — probiotics, litter, and bird health.
See Catalyst Liquid Chicken Vitamins in Action
Your backyard flock deserves more than feed alone
Vitamin Gaps in Feed
Commercial feed provides baseline nutrition, but it can't account for stress, heat, molting, or heavy laying. During high-demand periods, your hens need more than what's in the bag.
Powder Problems
Powdered vitamins clump in waterers, settle to the bottom, and don't mix evenly. Half your flock gets a dose, the other half drinks clear water.
Wrong Size for Small Flocks
Most poultry supplements are packaged for commercial houses — 5 lb bags that expire before a backyard flock can use them. You end up wasting product and money.
How It Works
| Feature | What It Means for You |
|---|---|
| Complete vitamin spectrum | Vitamins A, D, E, K plus electrolytes cover the nutritional gaps feed alone can't fill |
| Liquid formula | Mixes instantly and evenly in water — no clumping, no settling, every bird gets a consistent dose |
| 8 oz backyard size | Right-sized for flocks of 6-25 birds so nothing goes to waste |
| Same formula as commercial Catalyst | Identical vitamin profile used by professional growers — scaled down, not watered down |
| Easy-pour bottle | No scooping, no measuring cups — pour directly into the waterer |
Application: Drinking water (waterer or nipple system)
Standard dosing: • Add 1 tablespoon per gallon of drinking water • Replace treated water every 2-3 days Stress events (heat, cold, molting, new birds): • Double dose for 5-7 days, then return to standard Chicks: • Start from day one at standard dose • Supports strong early development
Calculate Exact Quantity for My AreaWhy Vitamins Matter for Backyard Flocks
Feed is the foundation, but it’s not the whole picture. Commercial layer feed is formulated for baseline nutrition under ideal conditions. Your backyard flock doesn’t live in ideal conditions — they deal with Georgia summers, cold snaps, molting stress, new flock members, and the occasional predator scare.
Catalyst Liquid fills the gaps that feed can’t cover. Vitamins A, D, E, and K support immune function, egg production, feather quality, and bone health. Electrolytes help birds manage heat stress and recover from illness faster.
Liquid Beats Powder Every Time
If you’ve tried powdered vitamin supplements, you already know the frustration. They clump at the bottom of the waterer, don’t dissolve evenly, and half your flock drinks before the other half gets any real dose.
Catalyst Liquid mixes instantly and stays suspended in water. Every bird that drinks gets a consistent dose. No stirring, no scooping, no waste sitting at the bottom of the bowl.
Part of the Backyard Bundle
Catalyst Liquid pairs naturally with Hen Helper (probiotic) for complete flock support — vitamins plus gut health in the same waterer. For the best value, check out the Backyard Poultry Bundle, which combines everything your small flock needs in one package.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Catalyst Liquid different from the powder version?
Same vitamin formula, different delivery. The liquid mixes instantly and evenly in water with no clumping or settling. The powder version is more economical for larger flocks, but the liquid is ideal for backyard waterers.
Can I use it with Hen Helper?
Yes — they complement each other. Hen Helper is a probiotic (gut health), while Catalyst Liquid provides vitamins and electrolytes. Many backyard flock owners use both in their waterer.
How long does one bottle last?
At standard dosing (1 tablespoon per gallon), an 8 oz bottle treats a flock of 6-12 hens for approximately 2-3 months depending on waterer size and refill frequency.
Is it safe for chicks?
Yes. Start from day one. The vitamin and electrolyte support is especially beneficial during the first few weeks when chicks are establishing their immune systems.
When should I use the double dose?
During any stress event — extreme heat, extreme cold, molting, introducing new birds, recovering from illness, or after a predator scare. Double for 5-7 days, then return to standard.
1,000+
Commercial Farms Trust Catalyst
A-D-E-K
Complete Vitamin Profile
8 oz
Backyard Sized
A+
BBB Rating
I tried powdered vitamins for months and half of it just sat at the bottom of the waterer. Catalyst Liquid actually mixes in and stays mixed. My girls have been laying more consistently since I switched, especially through summer heat.
I have 8 hens and a small coop. The big commercial bags never made sense for me. This little bottle lasts months and I know my birds are getting what they need.
Customer Reviews
5.0
WONDERFUL PRODUCT!
This is a wonderful product, as well as the probiotics. It’s easy to add to the water just once a week. I saw a difference almost immediately, in both the chicks and the eggs. I’ll be purchasing as long as I have chicks.
Southland Organics replied
Thank you for the wonderful review Celeste
10/10 - 10000% Recommend - Worth Every Penny
I order Catalyst & Hen Helper and use them regularly in my chickens water. I recommend it to everyone who has Polish chickens or any chickens that may have an issue absorbing vitamins or that has a vitamin deficiency. I tried multiple different things with no success. I have oyster shell out 24/7, they are on Kalmbach feed, so vitamin & calcium % was correct. I have a hen that lays soft eggs and nothing would resolve the issue. I bought these products as a last resort for her and if it didn’t resolve the issue I was going to get rid of her. I started these products and within 5-7 days she finally laid her very 1st hard egg after months of only soft eggs. At the time, I also had 2 polish hens who I had been giving regular vitamins to individually every 6weeks because they would get lethargic (they had vitamin absorption issues). They also have NOT had to be treated individually for this since starting the catalyst & hen helper. I did want to do my checks and balances to be sure I really did find the cure for those 3 hens. After finishing the 1st bottles of catalyst & hen helper I waited a to see if they would fall back. After l about 3 weeks of no catalyst & he helper my soft egg layer started laying soft eggs again. At about the 5 week mark the 2 Polish went down being lethargic again. So I started the new bottles of catalyst & hen helper and my 29 hens have been getting that in their water ever since. I have had ZERO soft eggs and no lethargic chickens since. It’s truly a fabulous product! I have told hundreds of people about it in the chicken groups. It’s totally worth every single penny! Picts- My cream legbar (the soft egg layer) My 2 polish (vitamin absorption issues) First 3 hard eggs (the blue ones) My trusty pict I have saved for the people who I suggest the catalyst & hen helper Read more
I order Catalyst & Hen Helper and use them regularly in my chickens water. I recommend it to everyone who has Polish chickens or any chickens that may have an issue absorbing vitamins or that has a vitamin deficiency. I tried multiple different things with no success. I have oyster shell out 24/7, they are on Kalmbach feed, so vitamin & calcium % was correct. I have a hen that lays soft eggs and nothing would resolve the issue. I bought these products as a last resort for her and if it didn’t resolve the issue I was going to get rid of her. I started these products and within 5-7 days she finally laid her very 1st hard egg after months of only soft eggs. At the time, I also had 2 polish hens who I had been giving regular vitamins to individually every 6weeks because they would get lethargic (they had vitamin absorption issues). They also have NOT had to be treated individually for this since starting the catalyst & hen helper. I did want to do my checks and balances to be sure I really did find the cure for those 3 hens. After finishing the 1st bottles of catalyst & hen helper I waited a to see if they would fall back. After l about 3 weeks of no catalyst & he helper my soft egg layer started laying soft eggs again. At about the 5 week mark the 2 Polish went down being lethargic again. So I started the new bottles of catalyst & hen helper and my 29 hens have been getting that in their water ever since. I have had ZERO soft eggs and no lethargic chickens since. It’s truly a fabulous product! I have told hundreds of people about it in the chicken groups. It’s totally worth every single penny! Picts- My cream legbar (the soft egg layer) My 2 polish (vitamin absorption issues) First 3 hard eggs (the blue ones) My trusty pict I have saved for the people who I suggest the catalyst & hen helper
Southland Organics replied
Hey Meredith! Thank you so much for your detailed review and for recommending our products. We're thrilled they've made such a difference to your chickens' health and it's fantastic to hear that you've had no further issues. Your feedback is much appreciated!
I could see a noticeable improvement, and the chickens seem to really like the taste and maybe drink a little more water.
Great Stuff!
My chickens started laying more eggs in just a few weeks.
Healthy chicks
Keeps you chicks healthy
Hen helper fo sho
Love this stuff. My hens produce more eggs. Also the occasional soft shell egg is a thing of the past. My hens seem more active as well.
SHELLS ARE HARDER NOW!
I had one chicken that always had soft shells and they have hardened up since I have been using the vitamin
Southland Organics replied
Mary, thank you for the review. We're so happy to hear you're pleased with Catalyst, our vitamin supplement. EGG-cellent news :)
Happy Customer
Works well. Eggs are a nice deep orange now.
Vitamins
Amazing product
Our hens drink it right up so am happy they like it as they are picky girls.
Products I can trust
My birds responded well to this with the hen helper I give to all my chickens by making a mash instead of water option I do this at least 1 a week. I like that the products are organic.
Excellent product
My girls combs and waddles brightened right up after the first time I put this in their water. Will 100% be a long term customer
Eggcellent Water Additive
Very convenient to dose out and mix in poultry water. Hens seem to love it and I notice more eggs since I started using it . My only wish is it was offered in a larger size.
Awesome
Excellent product for my chickens
Quality Ingredients
The ingredients in this product are so much better than big box store ingredients. Keep up the good work!
Southland Organics replied
Hey Evan! We're thrilled to hear you appreciate our quality ingredients! Thanks for the support and we'll certainly keep it up.
Top Choice for Poultry Health
This is by far my favorite poultry liquid vitamin. My birds have been using this supplement for quite awhile with Hen Helper, and I have noticed that they are a log healthier birds. You know you can trust the product when the person in the video actually drinks the vitamin; that totally sold me! It's easy to use as well as it lasts quite awhile because I only use a tsp per gallon every other week. So thankful for this company because they are more holistic and natural, which is what I prefer when treating my flock. Read more
This is by far my favorite poultry liquid vitamin. My birds have been using this supplement for quite awhile with Hen Helper, and I have noticed that they are a log healthier birds. You know you can trust the product when the person in the video actually drinks the vitamin; that totally sold me! It's easy to use as well as it lasts quite awhile because I only use a tsp per gallon every other week. So thankful for this company because they are more holistic and natural, which is what I prefer when treating my flock.
Southland Organics replied
Hey Carla! Thanks so much for your awesome feedback and trust in our product! We're thrilled to hear that Catalyst and Hen Helper have been such a hit with your flock and align with your preference for natural products.
A great product
Southland Organics replied
Hey Danny! Thanks a million for the awesome review! We're thrilled you're loving Catalyst and hope to keep impressing you in the future.
Healthy Flock Helper!
Easy to use and helps with the health of by flock. I give it to ducks, turkeys and chickens. I especially make sure to use it during molting season.
Southland Organics replied
Hi Sandra! So happy to hear you like Catalyst and all your birds do too. Molting season is definitely here, so it's great that you can help them get through it. Thanks for your feedback!
Good stuff
I like how this product doesn’t smell like rosemary. My chickens are actually drinking water still with this addition. It’s too soon to notice any changes in them physically. I will continue to use. I like that it’s concentrated so a little goes a long way.
Happy chicks
Healthier & happy girls
So glad I found you all
I love this liquid vitamin formula for my chickies. I give it to them as their sole source of water along with hen helper once a week. I know they are getting a good amount of vitamins while drinking this. A little goes a long way.
Happy hens = Delicious eggs 🥚
I purchased Hen Helper & Catalyst less than a week ago. I can already tell that all 26 of my girls are feeling better, more alert & showing more energy. Their egg shells are thicker as well. I will definitely be ordering more of both. Thank you so much for such terrific products. Sincerely, Theresa Read more
I purchased Hen Helper & Catalyst less than a week ago. I can already tell that all 26 of my girls are feeling better, more alert & showing more energy. Their egg shells are thicker as well. I will definitely be ordering more of both. Thank you so much for such terrific products. Sincerely, Theresa
The Supplement Your Birds Need
My flock of 30 heritage birds stopped laying around the time other flock owners started noticing a drop in production (Sept '22), not just due to the fall/winter either. I also noticed combs & wattles were looking pale & "crusty" or dry. When I cuddled my girls, some of their keels were significantly pronounced, indicating some were underweight. I have not only switched feed, but I added Poultry Catalyst Vitamin in conjunction with the Big Ole Bird to their routine to help the uptake of the new food nutrients & make them more bioavailable to my girls. Not only are most back to laying, their combs & wattles are a vibrant red, indicative of optimal health, they have also put on good weight. Some reviews stated Big Ole Bird made the drinking water dark & murky, which my girls were not a fan of, so I backed off the application until they got used to it, took about a week, then used as suggested without them turning their beaks up at it. *Suggestion* My only adjustment with this product were the bottles they came in. For a small flock, the gallon is quite large, it's difficult to slowly pour out 1 tsp. I added a pump from a local restaurant supply store which has helped keep waste down, these supplements are costly but totally worth it, just don't want to see spills on the floor. For the Poultry Catalyst Vitamin, I swapped the top for a flip 'n squirt style lid, keeping the product from pouring down the sides of the bottles. Other than that, quality products! Read more
My flock of 30 heritage birds stopped laying around the time other flock owners started noticing a drop in production (Sept '22), not just due to the fall/winter either. I also noticed combs & wattles were looking pale & "crusty" or dry. When I cuddled my girls, some of their keels were significantly pronounced, indicating some were underweight. I have not only switched feed, but I added Poultry Catalyst Vitamin in conjunction with the Big Ole Bird to their routine to help the uptake of the new food nutrients & make them more bioavailable to my girls. Not only are most back to laying, their combs & wattles are a vibrant red, indicative of optimal health, they have also put on good weight. Some reviews stated Big Ole Bird made the drinking water dark & murky, which my girls were not a fan of, so I backed off the application until they got used to it, took about a week, then used as suggested without them turning their beaks up at it. *Suggestion* My only adjustment with this product were the bottles they came in. For a small flock, the gallon is quite large, it's difficult to slowly pour out 1 tsp. I added a pump from a local restaurant supply store which has helped keep waste down, these supplements are costly but totally worth it, just don't want to see spills on the floor. For the Poultry Catalyst Vitamin, I swapped the top for a flip 'n squirt style lid, keeping the product from pouring down the sides of the bottles. Other than that, quality products!
Related Products
Catalyst Vitamins
Catalyst is a highly absorbable powder formulated with poultry-specific essential vitamins and minerals. We recommend using Catalyst alongside Big Ole Bird, our poultry probiotic. Each serving delivers a concentrated dose of supplemental vitamins — see the guaranteed analysis below. With Catalyst, a little goes a long way! This 800g bag is great for folks who have commercial or other large-scale poultry operations. For backyard flocks, check out our Liquid Formula for greater small-scale efficiency. Benefits of Catalyst: Highly absorbable powder High concentration of vitamins per serving Does not clog drinker lines Easily dissolves in solution Contains vitamins A, D3, E, K, C, riboflavin, thiamine, biotin, folic acid and d-calcium pantothenate
Best for: Poultry gut health & litter management
Hen Helper
Hen Helper boosts overall health and nutrition in layer hens through a specially formulated combination of probiotics, organic acids and electrolytes. The special ingredients, humic and fulvic acids, have been scientifically proven to improve shell quality and egg production by keeping hens in peak longer. Benefits of Hen Helper: Produces cleaner eggs and firmer shells Aids calcium uptake Improves gut and overall health Reduces reproductive challenges Increases peak performance Increases mineral absorption Improves hatchability Decreases mortality Protects against heat stress during hot weather Learn how to use Hen Helper. Hen Helper is also available in our Backyard Poultry Bundle.
Best for: Backyard flock health
Backyard Poultry Bundle
Backyard Poultry Bundle Save 27%! For complete backyard coop care, the Backyard Poultry Bundle features three all-natural chicken supplements: Hen Helper, Mother Load and Catalyst. Designed to boost your roost, our bundle of poultry probiotics, apple cider vinegar and vitamins provides your feathered friends with the nutrients and gut care they need to be happy and healthy. Included: 1. Hen Helper Poultry Probiotic (one quart) 2. Liquid Catalyst Poultry Vitamins (eight ounces) 3. Mother Load ACV with Garlic (one gallon) 4. Convenient Southland Organics measuring cup Backyard Poultry Bundle+ Save 31%! Our Backyard Poultry Bundle+ includes all the nutritional supplements offered in our classic bundle plus our all-natural chicken mite insecticide, Desecticide. Perfect for backyard chicken keepers who want to cover their flock's nutritional bases and be prepared in the case of a mite infestation. Included: 1. Hen Helper Poultry Probiotic (one quart) 2. Liquid Catalyst Poultry Vitamins (eight ounces) 3. Mother Load ACV with Garlic (one gallon) 4. Desecticide Natural Chicken Mite Insecticide (one quart) 5. Convenient Southland Organics measuring cup Benefits of the Backyard Poultry Bundle: Cost-effective solution for coop care (27-31% savings!) Natural supplements with no harsh chemicals Ideal for chicks and adult chickens Boosts immune system to prevent health issues Increases natural production of oils to make feathers shine Produces stronger eggshells and cleaner eggs Reduces recovery time after molting season Absorbs extra calcium Option to add a natural chicken mite treatment Check out our Backyard Poultry Dosing Chart for detailed instructions. Learn about the parts of an egg and chicken egg production.
Best for: Backyard flock health
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Big farm vitamins. Backyard bottle.
$23.00