If you crack open an egg from your flock and it feels soft, bendy, or breaks in your hand, don’t panic. It happens to many chicken keepers. Eggs with thin shells are more fragile, messy, and sometimes unsafe for your hens because they can break in the nest box. The good news is that thin […]
If you’ve ever wanted to incubate chicken eggs at home and hatch your own chicks, you’re in for an egg-citing adventure! Learning how to incubate chicken eggs is a fun and educational experience, and it’s not too hard. The best thing is that you can do it at home! Some would even do it with […]
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So, you’re raising chickens for eggs? If you’ve ever cracked open an egg and saw a little red spot inside, you might have been surprised. These are called blood spots in chicken eggs, and they’re more common than you might think! But don’t fret! It’s not something you should be worried about. You will usually […]
Raising chickens for eggs is a fun and rewarding experience! Not only do you get fresh, delicious eggs, but you also get to enjoy caring for friendly, feathered friends. If you’re wondering how to raise chickens for eggs, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know. Why Raise Chickens for Eggs? There […]
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Have you noticed that eggs are more expensive lately? Whether it’s in the grocery store or fresh from the farm, you can’t deny the increasing price of eggs. And as much as we would like to lessen our egg consumption, this staple food has become a big part of the majority’s diet. Talk about having […]
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We have all heard of it, but what exactly is it? The egg float test is a simple test that checks for the egg’s freshness. But is it just an old wives’ tale, or does this test actually work? Today’s topic is just that. Egg Float Test: Is it a Myth or Fact? We’re going […]
It’s always a cause for concern when your chickens stop laying eggs. In fact, noticing this can help you identify if your chickens are ill. That’s why we always keep track of the number of eggs our chickens lay. This way, we know straight away if something is wrong. There are lots of reasons why […]
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How are chicken eggs fertilized? Well, we all know that you don’t need a rooster to get an egg, right? Our hens will lay an egg daily with or without any assistance from the male sex. However, if you want fertilized chicken eggs, you will need a rooster to perform his duties with your hens, […]
There’s nothing more stressful to deal with than egg peritonitis in chickens. Don’t know what that is? Egg peritonitis is a condition in which an egg becomes “stuck” inside a hen’s body, leading to inflammation and infection of the peritoneum (the lining of the abdominal cavity). This condition is more common in older hens and […]
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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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