Raising chickens is becoming more popular, and with good reason, it’s a fun hobby with huge benefits! Many people are choosing to raise chickens in urban areas and within city ordinances. While chickens do make great pets with benefits and backyard flocks can be raised even in very small yards, raising chickens within city limits …
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If you’re a farmer or homesteader, you know that space and time are very limited commodities. Raising chickens for meat and for eggs usually means you’re raising two separate flocks, one for just meat birds, and another for egg layers, and keeping them in separate pens. This adds up to a whole lot of work …
I know, I know, another article on how to save money. You’ve read them all, right? I did too. And the majority of them had suggestions that didn’t even apply to me, like stop buying coffee out and make it at home, get rid of cable, and stop eating out at restaurants. I already did …
Winter can be a challenging time for backyard chicken owners. As the temperatures drop and the snow starts to fall, it’s important to ensure that your feathered friends stay cozy and comfortable. Keeping your chickens warm during the colder months is essential for their health and well-being. In this guide, we’ll explore various strategies to …
So, you brought home a batch of baby chicks and now you’re ready for the fun to begin?! One of the MOST fun things about getting new chicks is naming them! We’ve always gotten a kick out of giving our chickens funny names, life is too short not to chuckle every time you’re hanging out …
Chicken mites are one of the most common chicken pests in backyard flocks. Most chicken keepers have to deal with them at some time or another. They’re an unwelcome guest in the chicken coop, and let’s face it, straight up disgusting. If you do find your flock infested with chicken mites, don’t fret, there are plenty …