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My dad's homemade suet cakes drew in woodpeckers like crazy. My store-bought blocks don't compare. Any recipes to share?
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anna297mo ago
Totally! Homemade stuff just hits different, whether it's suet or my grandma's jam.
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jennyflores7mo ago
For real, anna29, when you said homemade stuff hits different, you nailed it. With suet, you can skip all the weird fillers and just use the good stuff, like pure fat and seeds. It's not just about birds eating it, it's about knowing exactly what's in there. Same with jam, my grandma's has actual fruit, not just sugar and gel. Making it yourself adds a layer of care that you can't buy. That's why everything from bird food to jam just feels more real when it's homemade.
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jessew837mo ago
Wow, homemade suet really is the best for bringing in woodpeckers! Store-bought blocks often have fillers and less fat, so they don't give the same energy boost. My uncle used to make his with beef fat, peanut butter, and birdseed, and the birds loved it. Do you remember if your dad put in special things like dried fruit or crushed nuts? That might be why his mix worked so well. Are you trying to get downy woodpeckers or the bigger ones like pileated?
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