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All of today’s hundreds of chicken breeds originated from wild birds stalking the jungles of Southeast Asia. Their distant ancestors were adapted…
WHY IS FEEDING OYSTER SHELLS SO IMPORTANT? For an adult hen who is laying eggs, calcium is pulled from the hen’s body…
At what age will my hens start and stop producing? Is there a breed that produces best? Is there a breed that…
Most backyard chicken keepers keep just enough chickens to supply eggs for their families. However, there are a good number of us…
I love going to restaurants and being so excited to see any dish that includes hollandaise! I remember thinking that it has…
Homeowners with small backyard chicken flocks face a dilemma. As hens age they gradually lay fewer eggs. Eventually they decide it’s time…
Perhaps the greatest joy of keeping a small chicken flock happens when an egg hits the frying pan. The bold orange yolk…
“To wash or not to wash” seems to be a big question when it comes to farm fresh eggs. Some people prefer…
Raising backyard chickens is my favorite hobby in the entire world! I realize that’s dramatic, but I’m being serious. Spending time with…
With the warmer months now upon us, fresh eggs are more and more abundant! The hens are now laying on overdrive, supplying…
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