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Advanced Topics The Move to the Coop

Early Differences in Roosters and Hens

Have you ever been into a farm store that just got a new batch of chicks? If you are like me, you…

Growing Your Flock

Benefits of Adding Geese to Your Flock

So, maybe you have had chickens for a while, even have a few turkeys or ducks. The next rung on the ladder…

Growing Your Flock

A Chicken Coop for Each Stage: Housing Your Flock From Day One to Forever

Raising fluffy baby chicks is one of the most rewarding parts of keeping poultry, right up until those little peepers suddenly outgrow…

Getting Started

Raising Ducklings vs Chicks

If you have recently visited your local feed store and seen baby chicks and baby ducklings available, the impulse to get a…

Egg Production

Tips for Sharing Eggs

With Spring now sprung, my guess is that you are getting lots of fresh eggs! The longer daylight hours and new crop…

Planting a Garden for Your Chickens

Yes, you heard that right! Plant a garden FOR your chickens! Myself and many others have fought the good fight to keep…

Getting Started

What is Chicken Tractor?

The term “chicken tractor” is commonly used in today’s circle of chicken collectors. No, we are not referring to the big green…

Getting Started

Preparing for Baby Chicks

Preparing for Baby Chicks Spring is almost here! If you’re like me, you’re excited to add some chicks to your flock! (Personally,…

Getting Started

Tips for Adding Waterfowl to Your Flock

How to Add Waterfowl to Your Backyard Flock Spring will be here soon! It will be the perfect time to add some…

Getting Started Choosing Your First Breed

Best Chicken Breeds to Raise Around Children

One of the most common questions a new chicken owner asks is simple: What are the best chicken breeds to raise around…

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