I understand the importance of having a good set of knives. When it comes to dispatching and breaking down chickens, it’s essential to have tools that are sharp, efficient, and comfortable to use. After trying out a few different options, I’ve found some great knife sets on Amazon that I highly recommend. Brand and Type […]
Are you considering raising chickens and turkeys together, but not sure if it’s a good idea? Look no further! In this article, we’ll explore the pros and cons of keeping these birds together, as well as important factors to consider, such as disease prevention and nutrition. Discover how you can benefit from raising chickens and […]
Raising chicks can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it can also be overwhelming, especially if you’ve lost your checklist of things to get for them. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! In this article, I’ll share with you a comprehensive list of the essential items you’ll need for your chicks, so you can […]
it’s not uncommon to encounter peculiar behaviors from our feathered friends. One such behavior that may leave you scratching your head is when your chickens refuse to sleep in their coop and instead roost on the roof. But why do they do this? In this article, we’ll explore some possible reasons behind this behavior. Highest […]
Keeping an inventory of your chickens might seem like an unnecessary task, but it can actually be very helpful for several reasons. I know firsthand the importance of tracking information about my birds. In this article, I’ll be sharing why and how I keep an inventory of my chickens. Why keep an inventory of your […]
As a new chicken owner, one of the challenges that you may encounter is getting your baby chicks to be comfortable around you. It can be frustrating to see adorable pictures of chicks cuddled up with their owners, while your own chicks are still terrified of you. However, with patience and persistence, you can help […]
I understand the importance of providing my chickens with the right feed. After all, the quality of their diet can directly impact the quality of the eggs they lay. Recently, I’ve been considering switching to organic, corn-free, and soy-free chicken feed to meet the growing demand for healthier and more ethical products. However, I’m stuck […]
One of the ways I preserve my eggs is through water glassing. Water glassing is an age-old method of preserving eggs that involve storing them in a mixture of water glass (sodium silicate) and water. The solution creates a protective layer around the egg, keeping air and bacteria out, and prolonging the shelf life of […]
As a homesteader, I always try to find ways to preserve excess food to ensure that nothing goes to waste. When my chickens started laying more eggs than my family could consume, I researched different methods of preserving them and stumbled upon water glassing. I was intrigued by this centuries-old method of egg preservation that […]
Feeding chickens a nutritious and balanced diet is crucial for their health and happiness. Although most chicken keepers begin with chick feed, many supplement their flock’s diet with greens and other treats. In this article, I’ll share my experience with feeding my chickens greens and other goodies, as well as what I learned along the […]
Have you ever heard of water glassing eggs? It’s a technique that has been around for centuries, and it involves preserving eggs in a solution made of water glass, also known as sodium silicate. Growing up on a farm, I remember my parents using this method to store eggs during the winter months when the […]
Keeping a chicken coop clean is one of the most important tasks for any chicken owner. While there are many different types of bedding that can be used in a coop, sand is a popular choice for its natural absorbency and low cost. However, one challenge that comes with using sand as a bedding is […]
As a soon-to-be chicken mama, I found myself in a dilemma: should I start with chicks or go for pullets? I had never raised chickens before, so I wanted to make sure I was making the right decision. After doing some research and talking to other chicken owners, I came up with some insights that […]
As a chicken owner, it’s never a pleasant experience to see your feathered friends get sick. Unfortunately, respiratory issues are all too common in chickens, and it’s important to take quick action to help them recover. If you suspect that your bird may be coming down with CRD (chronic respiratory disease), it’s important to act […]
One of the most important things you can do for your chicks is to provide them with a safe and warm environment to grow up in. One popular option for achieving this is through the use of heating plates, which simulate the warmth of a mother hen and help regulate your chicks’ body temperature. However, […]
If you’re new to raising chickens, you might be wondering where to place your nesting boxes. When my husband and I first started keeping chickens, we used milk crates for our nesting boxes, elevating them a few inches off the ground. However, when we built an additional coop, my husband suggested putting the nesting boxes […]
If you have chickens, you know that they will eat almost anything. However, you must be careful about what you feed them because some foods can harm their health. One of the most common questions chicken owners ask is whether they can feed their chickens baked potatoes with the skin still on. The short answer […]
As the price of eggs continues to soar, many people are considering getting chickens for their own supply of fresh eggs. However, for those who have never owned chickens before, getting started can be a daunting task. If you are one of those considering raising chickens, you have come to the right place! As someone […]
As someone who has owned chickens in the past, I understand the anxiety that comes with having to protect your flock from predators. One of the biggest concerns that chicken owners face is the possibility of a hawk swooping in and taking off with one of their precious birds. It can be a heart-wrenching experience […]
Have you ever looked at the price tag on a fancy chicken coop and thought to yourself, “I think some of y’all spent more on that coop than I did on my house”? Well, you’re not alone. As someone who has been keeping chickens for several years now, I’ve seen some pretty extravagant coops out […]
As a child, I always looked forward to visiting my grandmother’s farm during the summer. The highlight of my visits was collecting fresh eggs from the chickens. I vividly remember the excitement of opening the coop and carefully picking up each egg, marveling at their different shapes and sizes. But what always fascinated me the […]
If you’re looking to raise chickens for meat, then you’ve come to the right place. Cornish Cross chickens are a popular breed for meat production due to their rapid growth rate and high yield of meat. However, many commercial farms raise them in crowded and stressful environments with the use of medications and hormones. In […]
As someone who raises meat birds and sells them to buyers, I understand the struggle of figuring out the right price point. Many people are interested in buying meat birds, but they don’t know how much they should be paying. In this article, I’ll share my experience with pricing and selling meat birds to help […]
I’m always looking for ways to keep my feathered friends healthy and well-fed without breaking the bank. While commercial chicken feed provides all the necessary nutrients, it can also be quite expensive, especially if you have a large flock. That’s why I’ve been exploring different ways to supplement my chickens’ feed with low-cost alternatives. One […]
As someone who has raised meat birds before, I can tell you that feeding them can be a significant expense. It’s important to have an idea of how much feed you’ll need to buy and how much it will cost. In this article, I’ll discuss how much feed a meat bird typically consumes in their […]
I take pride in raising my own chickens for meat. However, during my last batch of 34 birds, I noticed something unusual. Six of them had clear, fluid-filled growths under the skin around the breast area. At first, I was worried that it might be a disease or something unsafe for consumption. After some research […]
I’ve heard a lot about the unpleasant odor of meat chickens. This led me to ask, what makes these meat chickens so smelly? Is it the breed or the feed they consume? After doing some research, I found that it’s a combination of both. In this article, I will explain why meat chickens produce such […]
As a proud owner of a flock of chickens, I have come to appreciate the importance of regular egg production. My hens have been laying eggs for almost a year now, and they have been doing a fantastic job. However, today, I was surprised to find a very small egg among the usual medium-sized eggs. […]
There are a lot of things to consider when it comes to raising healthy and happy chicks. In this article, we will cover the best practices for ensuring your chicks grow up healthy and strong, as well as some things to look out for along the way. Stick to Chick Crumble for Nutritional Balance Raising […]
If you’re a backyard chicken owner, you’ve probably found yourself with an abundance of eggs at some point. While it’s great to have fresh eggs on hand for your family, you might also be interested in selling your extra eggs to your neighbors or others in your community. One option for doing this is setting […]
As a new owner of baby chicks, it’s important to consider what kind of feed to provide them with for optimal health and growth. When I first got my chicks, I was advised by the local feed store to get medicated feed. However, I’ve heard different opinions on this and wanted to explore the topic […]
I found myself asking the question, “what do you use to write on hatching eggs?” It may seem like a silly question, but it’s actually an important one. Whether you have a broody hen or an incubator, marking your eggs can help keep track of which ones you want to hatch and which ones you […]
I’ve come across various techniques to preserve eggs for later use. One method that I tried last summer was storing my fresh eggs in jars with lime water to save them for the winter. However, when I recently cracked open some of these preserved eggs, I noticed that the white had a watery consistency. This […]
As a chicken enthusiast and a proud owner of several flocks, I’ve come across numerous hatcheries both online and in-store. However, one of the most common questions I get asked by fellow chicken lovers is, “What is the best mail-order hatchery to buy chicks from?” Well, after years of trial and error, I can confidently […]
It’s easy to get attached to your birds. They provide eggs, company, and can even be considered pets. Unfortunately, theft is a reality that many chicken farmers have to face. The thought of someone stealing your birds in the middle of the night is scary and distressing, but it’s not uncommon. Many chicken farmers have […]
As a new chicken owner, I was excited to start my backyard flock. However, my town’s ordinance only allows me to have five hens. I wanted a combination of different breeds, but finding them has proven to be quite a challenge. In this article, I will share my experience and provide tips on finding the […]
Owning chickens in urban and suburban areas has become increasingly popular over the years, but it’s also come with some regulations and fees. Recently, a friend’s sister informed them that she needed to rehome her six Rhode Island Red chickens because of a permit and inspection fee, and this has raised questions about why people […]
Raising chickens can be a very rewarding experience, and many people view them as pets rather than simply as livestock. As such, it’s not uncommon for chicken owners to consider adding other types of poultry to their flocks. One bird that often comes to mind is quail, which are small, relatively easy to raise, and […]
One of the biggest challenges is ensuring that your feathered friends have enough food. For those of us who are serious about poultry keeping, making frequent trips to the feed store can be a hassle. Luckily, there are a variety of storage solutions available that allow us to stock up on feed and reduce the […]
I know the importance of keeping my feathered friends healthy and happy. One of the ways I ensure their wellbeing is by providing them with a dust bath. Recently, I noticed that one of my chicks was playing in the bedding like a dust bath. In this article, I will share my experience with dust […]
I am always looking for natural ways to keep them healthy and happy. One thing that has come up in my research is the use of oregano. I have heard that adding just one drop of oregano oil to a gallon of water can be beneficial for chickens. But what about using oregano oil with […]
It’s common to come across poopy butts in your chicks. This can be a serious problem if left unattended as it can lead to health issues for your chicks. Fortunately, there are several ways to safely clean poopy butts without hurting your chicks. In this article, I’ll be sharing some tips and tricks that have […]
I recently put some fertilized eggs under my broody hens in the hopes of hatching some adorable chicks. It’s been three weeks since I set the eggs and I’m anxiously waiting for them to hatch. I haven’t candled the eggs during this time, so I’m not sure if they are viable or not. I’m wondering […]
As a chicken enthusiast living in Oregon, I am always on the lookout for good places to purchase high-quality birds. Recently, I’ve been searching for Dark Cornish roosters to add to my flock. After some research and networking, I’ve discovered some great resources for finding these birds in Oregon. Where to Find Dark Cornish Roosters […]
I recently joined a group of fellow chicken enthusiasts to learn more about these amazing birds. One question that came up for me was how to choose the right breed of rooster if I decide to introduce one to my flock of hens. Additionally, I was curious about how difficult it is to introduce a […]
I have always been fascinated by the Ameraucana breed. These beautiful birds are known for their striking blue eggs and their unique color patterns, making them a popular choice for chicken keepers worldwide. However, finding purebred Ameraucana chicks can be a challenging task, especially for beginners. In this article, I will share some tips on […]
As someone who loves animals, I’ve always wanted to have chickens. Not only are they great pets, but they also provide fresh eggs daily. After much consideration, my partner and I finally decided to take the plunge and get chickens for our backyard. However, we quickly realized there was a major problem – my boyfriend […]
If you’ve rescued a rooster from a shelter, you may find yourself dealing with an aggressive bird that won’t let you get close to your hens. It can be frustrating and even dangerous to have a rooster that attacks you when you try to enter the coop or interact with the hens. In this article, […]
I understand the anxiety that comes with unexpected situations. Recently, my power went out and my chicks were left in the cold. It was a nightmare, but with some quick thinking and a few helpful tips, I was able to keep my chicks warm and safe until the power came back on. In this article, […]
As a first-time chicken owner, I was a bit overwhelmed when it came to preparing for my baby chicks. However, I did my research, watched countless YouTube videos, and consulted with experienced chicken owners to make sure I was fully prepared for their arrival. One thing I was especially concerned about was testing my heat […]
