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Duck Eggs vs. Chicken Eggs: An Eggs-traordinary Comparison

Duck eggs vs Chicken eggs

Are you in a dilemma in choosing between duck eggs vs. chicken eggs for your diet? These superfoods are both nutritious and healthy, but they do have differences in size, taste, cost, and nutrition. So if you’re trying to weigh in which egg to pick on your next shopping list, don’t worry, we got you! […]

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Probiotics for Chickens: Benefits, Sources, and Supplements

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As a homesteader, you likely aim to provide your chickens with the best living conditions possible. However, providing nutritious feed and clean water may not be enough to ensure a healthy flock. You also need to consider adding probiotics to your poultry’s diet. That’s right—probiotics aren’t just good for us humans. They’re great for the […]

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Can Chickens Eat Rice?

Can Chickens Eat Rice

Chickens can devour almost anything their beaks get into, but how about rice? Can chickens eat rice? The simple answer is YES! Chickens can feed on rice. But there are many ways of serving rice and many parts of it that could or could not be given to your bird. So, in this article, we’ll […]

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Do Chickens Yawn? Reasons Why Chickens Open Their Mouth

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Chickens are amazing creatures. I’ve been keeping backyard chickens for years now, and they never cease to amaze me with interesting things I’m learning about them every day! […]

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Can Chickens Eat Noodles and Pasta?

Can chickens eat noodles

Chickens are known for their ability to gorge on almost everything, including your favorite pasta. But can chickens eat noodles, and is it safe for them? In this article, we’ll discuss this concern about the chicken diet and help you determine if throwing scrap pasta is safe for your flocks. In particular, you’ll find out […]

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Chicken Egg & Earlobe: Can You Determine Eggshell Color Based On Chicken Earlobes?

Can You Determine Eggshell Color Based On Chicken Earlobes?

Are you one of those people who believe you can determine eggshell color based on chicken earlobes? You’ll be surprised to know it’s just a myth! Well…sort of. There is still a little bit of truth to it. In this blog post, we’ll be discussing the actual truth behind the chicken ear and egg color—and […]

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Waste-Based Chicken Feed Reduces Pollution, Waste, and Feed Costs

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About a third of all food in the world is thrown in the trash or wasted. The US wastes about a trillion dollars worth of food, or 119 billion tons of food annually. And about 6 to 8% of all human-caused greenhouse gas emissions directly result from this wasted food. While six to eight per […]

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Can Chickens Get Sunburn?

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Backyard chickens bring a delightful dose of charm and productivity to our lives. Whether you keep them for their fresh eggs, delicious meats, quirky personalities, or as sweet feathered friends, it’s important to provide them with the best care possible. One often overlooked aspect of chicken care is its sensitivity to sunlight. In this blog […]

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What is a Fart Egg: Discovering the Science Behind Yolkless Eggs

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It’s a fine morning, and you’re excitedly walking to your chicken coop to check out their chook’s newly laid eggs. But when you opened the nest box, there was nothing but a teeny-tiny egg. And the craziest thing is when you cracked it open, there was no yolk inside! You were awestruck by the sight […]

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DIY Chicken Tunnel Ideas

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If you’re a backyard chicken enthusiast looking to create an engaging and enriching environment for your feathered friends, you’ve come to the right place. Your flock is naturally curious and active creatures that benefit from the mental and physical stimulation that a chicken tunnel offers. Some people lovingly refer to chicken tunnels as “chunnels.” In […]

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