Caraway Query

Hi, I'm researching/writing a book on spices, and I've come across a story that suggests that pigeon fanciers mix a little caraway seed in their bird's food before flying to ensure that they return. Caraway, apparently, was thought to have powers to bring back lost things - not just pigeons!

I suspect that these days, pigeon feed is too scientifically crafted for a bit of superstition, but I was wondering whether any of you either do include caraway, or know of fanciers who did this in the past?

Many thanks,

Sophie

sorry sophie, never heard of it............ maybe some of our other members might have tho.

welcome to the site by the way, will try find out about it for you.......

caraway is used for digestive disorders some could well be of benefit for pigeons i am not sure if they are in the conditioner mixes or sneaky mix

hi sophie, i found this article on the caraway seed....dont know if it is of any use to you but maybe worth having a read through. http://www.theepicentre.com/Spices/caraway.html
also interested in the theory of bringing back lost things.....???? could you elaborate on this please.

noticed in this article it says it has been used to stop chickens and pigeons from straying............interesting subject actually.