You have hens laying eggs, but minimal eggs – why is that? What’s happening? It could be environmental, nutritional, seasonal, or just a particular breed of bird. Sometimes you aren’t even sure which hens are laying – or not. Today we are going to look at how you can check to see which of your […]
To incubate duck eggs in an incubator is more complicated than hatching chicken eggs the same way. Most incubators are designed to be used for both types of eggs. But, although it is fairly commonplace on homesteads, attempting to hatch both chicken and duck eggs simultaneously is often problematic. While some duck breeds both lay […]
Are you planning on raising goats for profit? At first, you might question yourself: how to make money raising goats? Raising livestock is not an easy task, but the results can be very fulfilling when done right. Many farmers would choose goat farming for profit because of its many uses and benefits. In this article, […]
According to the latest American Pet Products Association survey, around 9.9 million households in the US own pet birds. This figure only shows that the fascination for beautiful birds has never died out. There are many things to love about these flying creatures, from their striking, colorful plumage to their affectionate but clever personality. They […]
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Now you may be searching on Google “merrick’s disease in chickens”, but you’ll be glad to know they are the same thing. Are you worried about Marek’s disease in chickens? Whether you’re raising chickens for eggs or meat, this is a disease you’ll want to be on the lookout for since it can decimate your […]
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Catch a chicken, sounds simple, doesn’t it? IT WAS SIMPLE when I first started with chickens and had a handful of ladies. They all knew and trusted me – so I could easily scoop them up and do whatever was needed. When I was done, I would plop them down and give them a treat […]
Looking for a breed that will bring meat, eggs, and companionship to your family? You’ve found it! The Dorking chicken is a special chicken with a rich history that is, unfortunately, currently considered endangered. Dorkings is one of the oldest known chicken breeds, possibly dating to 43 AD. So, if the Dorking has been around […]
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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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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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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 […]