Our color theme for this article is black chicken breeds! There are some gorgeous ‘Goth’ chickens out there, so we decided to showcase some for your pleasure. The majority of these chickens can be found quite easily on hatchery sites or even private sellers. There are, of course, several more black breeds, but they are […]
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Learning how to milk a goat is not a difficult process. In fact, the actual goat milking part of the homesteading chores takes only about five to 15 minutes a day. To consistently garner a steady flow of milk, nanny goats must be milked every single day while they are lactating. Before you can get […]
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Do animals need nutrients in their diet? Just like any living being, animals need essential nutrients to live healthily and function well. So, what are the six nutrients animals need? And how do you make sure they get all the essential nutrients in their animal feed? This article shows the six nutrients animals need and […]
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Goats are ruminant animals and must eat the proper ratio of roughage each day to avoid bloat – which can be a death sentence if not treated both properly and promptly. So your question may be, “What to feed goats?” Well, today we will uncover the answers along with some direction depending on what the […]
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As people become more invested in their health and more concerned about where their food comes from, there is more demand for backyard chickens. Factory farmed eggs are cheap, but they lack the flavor, color, and nutrients of pastured or backyard-raised ones! If you want to raise hens in a compassionate way for eggs that […]
Chicken waterers are an essential part of your equipment for flock care. You can find them in farm stores and online – but so many choices, which do you choose? We are here to help you decide which will be the best type for your flock and your circumstances. You have gravity waterers, nipples waterers, […]
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Raising livestock can be a very fulfilling and profitable experience. However, homesteads often face problems regarding the feed and its expenses. If you are on a tight budget or still starting, this question probably popped into your mind, “what can you grow for animal feed?” Fortunately, there are plenty of livestock food options that you […]
Thinking about raising some chickens either for meat, eggs, or even as a pet? Icelandic chickens might be the right fit for you. This breed also called pile chickens, has a rich history with vital Viking blood. Despite their “threatened” population status, they are a strong breed. Being self-sufficient, Icelandic chickens can hold their own […]
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Chicken wire was actually invented back in 1844 by an English ironmonger called Charles Barnard. He lived in the town of Norwich which was a cloth weaving town. He took the basic principles from the cloth loom and applied it to wire and created a simple, cheap and easy way to keep small animals and […]
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Around 80% of chicken food is composed of grains. If you want to save some bucks and make sure your bird’s food is organic, creating a DIY feed is the way to go. Are you wondering how to make your chicken or poultry feed? It’s not a backbreaking task, but to make sure you will […]
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