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Funny thing about chickens. They evolved as wild birds in the steamy jungles of southeast Asia where it never frosts. They thrive…
Your first flock starts with one decision that shapes everything after it: where you get your birds. The hatchery you choose determines…
Our Rhode Island Red hen reminded us of the joy our flock of diverse breeds gives us. Years ago, we’d order a…
Years ago, we were newcomers to backyard chickens with a problem. Chick catalogs came in the winter. They were fun to read…
Keeping chickens in an orchard puts idle ground to work. Rudd Ranger meat birds eat insects and weeds and spread manure between…
To add new birds to an established flock, make room first, then quarantine any birds from another flock for about 30 days.…
As we watched from just beyond a low poultry fence three adolescent Rudd Rangers raced from their coop to chase a grasshopper.…
It is chick season, and whether you are expanding an established coop or simply dreaming about new feathered friends, now is the…
Shortly after I got my recent flock of chickens, I quickly decided to add more chicks to my flock. It was quite…
Our chicks are currently 1.5 months old and loving their lives outside! They are permanently outdoors 24/7, living in their chicken tractor.…
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