4. Recycled 5-Gallon Bucket Trough

This is a quick and cheap version of the port feeder. It uses a plastic oil-drain pan or a large saucer at the bottom to catch feed as it drops through holes in the bucket.

  • Materials Needed:
    • 5-gallon bucket with lid
    • Large plastic plant saucer (wider than the bucket)
    • Long bolts and nuts
  • Steps:
    • Drill 1-inch holes around the very bottom edge of the bucket.
    • Bolt the bucket to the center of the saucer, leaving a 1-inch gap for feed to flow.
    • The saucer acts as the tray, and the bucket acts as the reservoir.