Yes i agree, it does even out.. i grow 90% of what they eat all summer long and even stock pile pumpkins and squash for the winter months.....i am just always looking for resources......I am thinking I will try the Mazuri though 25 bucks or so doesnt seem al that much for 25lbs.... seems just slightly more than my dogs food. although I dont have 11 dogs to feed, my sulcata probably eats more than my 35 lb border collie!! they are about the same weight