10 Breeds of Chicken That Will Lay Lots of Eggs for You May 23, 2022 - For many people, the main incentive for raising backyard chickens is a fresh supply of eggs. I still remember walking down to my chickens’ nesting boxes for the first time and picking up those warm fresh eggs! Knowing the chicken breeds that lay lots of eggs is important. Quick Look At Our 10 Best Egg [...]Read More... from 10 Breeds of Chicken That Will Lay Lots of Eggs for You
Case Study: Growing Interest in Raising Chickens for Meat May 11, 2022 - In recent years, the desire to raise meat chickens has increased. There are a few good reasons for this, but one of the most prominent reasons to know where one’s food comes from. Others want to sell meat chickens for a profit, and then there are those who enjoy the security of knowing how to [...]Read More... from Case Study: Growing Interest in Raising Chickens for Meat
Apple Cider Vinegar and Chickens May 11, 2022 - One of the best parts of having your own flock of chickens is sustainability and feeling as though you’re a part of the natural world! Many people enjoy the peace that comes from a zero-waste, all-natural, and environmentally-friendly way of life and couldn’t imagine raising poultry any other way. Here we are going to touch [...]
Diarrhea in Backyard Chickens: Causes, Treatment and Care May 11, 2022 - There are several different causes of diarrhea in chickens. Some are pretty normal and will resolve themselves independently, yet others can be problematic. Seeing it for the first time can be quite alarming! In this article, we will look at the causes of diarrhea and explain what you can do to help your birds. Our [...]Read More... from Diarrhea in Backyard Chickens: Causes, Treatment and Care
The 7 Best Places To Buy Chickens May 10, 2022 - You’ve decided to dive in and start your backyard flock, but you’re unsure where to buy chickens. Don’t worry. You’re not alone; it can seem a little overwhelming to try and narrow down the best place to buy chickens from, but I’ve got you covered. Please keep reading to learn where the best place to buy [...]
Dried Mealworms: Should Your Chickens Eat Them? Apr 18, 2022 - Mealworms! Shake that packet and chickens come running from every corner of the yard. Chickens love dried mealworms, no doubt about it. But should you be feeding them to your flock? It really depends on the supplier. As always, higher quality ones are more expensive but in terms of your flock’s health, it’s definitely worth [...]Read More... from Dried Mealworms: Should Your Chickens Eat Them?
15 Most Popular Ornamental Chicken Breeds Mar 30, 2022 - Ornamental chicken breeds are a variety that is not known for their egg or meat production but has value in their unique appearance or other characteristics. Many actually lay well, but the size and number of eggs are less than what your standard commercially viable chickens accomplish. There are quite a few ornamental breeds available [...]
How Many People Have Gotten Chickens in the Past Five Years? Mar 30, 2022 - How many people have gotten chickens in the past five years? The answer might surprise you. Thinking about getting chickens in 2022? If so, you aren’t alone. In the last five years, especially in the last year, raising backyard chickens has exploded. There are several reasons why. The statistics alone prove something you probably already [...]Read More... from How Many People Have Gotten Chickens in the Past Five Years?
Raising Geese to Protect Chickens Mar 25, 2022 - Chickens are an amazing addition to every homestead or small farm but unfortunately many other animals like them just as much as we do. While many people choose to keep their chickens safely cooped up not all breeds can handle the confinement. Others were bred particularly for their ability to forage and free-range, so cooping [...]
10 Mistakes Made In Winter With Chickens Mar 23, 2022 - Chicken owners need to know how to care for their flock when the weather outside gets colder. Some places might not get snow, but others get several feet of snow, and either way, preparing for winter is a wise thing for everyone. I will share ten different mistakes chicken owners make, why they are wrong, [...]