Let’s face it, most of us start raising chickens in order to have fresh eggs daily. The question of the day is “when do these freeloaders start paying rent?” If you’ve had your chickens for a couple of months or more and haven’t enjoyed collecting eggs for your morning breakfast, you’re not alone. We have…
We’ll share information on bird flu virus symptoms and transmission, plus five strategies for a healthier flock of backyard chickens. In January 2022, the USDA confirmed H5N1 bird flu (avian influenza) in wild birds. Since then, commercial and private flocks around the country have been impacted. In January 2023, 25,000 turkeys were culled due to…
Chicken nesting boxes are for laying eggs and hatching eggs, but what do your hens need to be happy? We’ll share tips for building cozy nest boxes, positioning your nests, and having enough space for all your chickens.
Home raised meat chickens can be quick to raise and taste much better than their grocery store counterparts, but there are a few things you need to know to get started. We’ll take you through the best meat chicken breeds, basic care and troubleshooting tips.
Almost everyone who raises chickens for meat chooses Cornish cross, because they mature quickly with great feed conversion. A second popular choice is red rangers or freedom rangers. As an experiment, this year we raised an assortment of heritage meat chickens to see how they compare. While the birds were beautiful and fun to watch,…