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How to Handle Aggressive Bees (Tips to Calm Bees & Stay Protected)

Tips for Handling Aggressive Bees

While bees are crucial for pollination and ecosystem health, encountering aggressive behavior can be a daunting experience. Understanding how to deal with aggressive bees effectively is essential for your safety and the bees’ well-being. In this post, we will provide valuable insights into identifying and responding to aggressive bee behavior, whether you’re a beekeeper, gardener, […]

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Best Quail Breeds for Eggs

Bloom is a natural protective layer on a quail's eggshell

Quail eggs have gained immense popularity in recent years, not only for their delicious flavor and versatility in culinary creations but also for their nutritional benefits. These petite eggs are packed with protein, vitamins, and minerals, making them a sought-after addition to a healthy diet. If you’re considering raising quail for their eggs, it’s crucial […]

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Aspergillosis in Ducks: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

White Patches on Ducks, group of sick ducks

Have you noticed your ducks coughing, wheezing, or just appearing a bit more lethargic of late? If so, you may be dealing with an outbreak of Aspergillosis. Though not a communicable disease among poultry, it spreads quickly, since it’s caused by fungal spores in the air that can rapidly lead to debilitating disease. The bad […]

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Can Chickens Eat Chicken?

Can Chickens Eat Chicken

Picture this—you’ve just finished up your dinner as a family, and now it’s time to clear the table of leftovers. You scrape the potatoes and green beans into a bin to go out to the chicken coop, and as you prepare to do the same with the scraps of roast chicken on your son’s plate, […]

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How to Store Chicken Meat Safely

How to Store Chicken Meat Safely

Chicken is a versatile and delicious protein that is a staple in many households worldwide, with the most being eaten in the United States. In fact, Americans eat an estimated 8 billion chickens each year, with the average person consuming about a hundred pounds of chicken annually. Chicken meat is especially popular with homesteaders and […]

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Emotional Support Chicken: Revealing the Truth Behind ESCs

Emotional Support Chicken

Have you ever heard about emotional support chicken? If you’re emotionally and mentally distressed and looking for a pet that can provide you comfort, entertainment, and affection without judgment, chickens can be a good candidate for that. But you may wonder how little critters can help you deal with your anxieties and problems. Well, in […]

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Wry Neck in Chickens: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

wry neck in chickens

Is your chicken twisting its head in a weird way? Has it been like this for quite some time? Your chicken could be suffering from wry neck. Sometimes referred to as “crook neck” or torticollis, wry neck is a condition that can affect chickens of all ages and breeds. This comprehensive guide will dive into […]

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Common Chicken Foot Problems: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

common chicken foot problems

Chicken foot problems can significantly impact the health and well-being of your feathered friends. Whether it’s bumblefoot, scaly leg mites, ingrown toenails, overgrown spurs, or too-tight leg bands, we cover each issue and even more. We’ll share these common problems, how to identify them, their causes, treatments, and how to prevent them in the future. […]

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Garganica Goat Breed: Everything You Need to Know

Garganica Goats

Garganicas are medium-sized domestic goats that are dual-purpose, hardy, and most popular in Western Europe, though they are now listed as endangered. It’s one of only eight autochthonous Italian goat breeds kept in the Associazione Nazionale della Pastorizia genealogical herd handbook. Garganica goats are similar to, but should not be confused with the Garfagnina goat […]

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Can Ducks Eat Chicken Feed?

Can Ducks Eat Chicken Feed

Ducks, wild and domestic, have specific dietary needs that must be met to ensure their health and well-being. Understanding and fulfilling these dietary requirements is essential for responsible duck ownership. In short, ducks can eat chicken feed, but it requires additional supplementation to be safe and fully meet your flock’s needs. We’ll get into the […]

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