The Cheap Bird Seed TRAP — Why Milo and Red Millet Mostly End Up Wasted on the Ground

I used to blame cheap seed mixes for disappointing feeders, but the real problem is often putting the wrong seed in the wrong place. In this video, I explain why milo frequently ends up wasted on the ground, why red millet deserves a closer look, and how I would build a more effective feeding setup. I break down what birds actually prefer, the hidden cost of leftover filler seed, and which inexpensive ingredients are worth avoiding. I also show how to use red millet as ground food, match better seeds to each feeder, and create a simple two-station plan that attracts more birds while wasting less seed. 0:00 Milo and red millet explained 0:40 Why milo gets wasted 1:33 What birds actually preferred 4:07 The hidden cost of leftovers 4:41 Red millet is real food 5:24 Put red millet on the ground 7:05 Other cheap fillers to avoid 7:34 Best seeds for each feeder 8:33 Build a two-station feeding plan #BirdFeeding #BirdSeed #BackyardBirds #BirdWatching #WildBirds