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Newcomers to chicken keeping take real pride in their first coop. Some are simple and functional; others, built by people who love…
Having your own laying hens can be super rewarding, and it can be extra exciting getting eggs from your flock!This week I…
The chicks are now 6 weeks old and moving their tractor everyday has become a part of my daily routine. It is…
Almost every backyard keeper starts out with a firm number in mind. Six chickens, maybe ten, absolutely no more. Then spring arrives,…
Our Rudd Ranger chicks are turning from babies into teenagers right before our eyes! They are growing more “real” feathers, and just…
This week the Rudd Rangers are turning 7 weeks old, with about 5 weeks left until processing day. This week they have…
This week marks the Rudd chicks’ 2nd week birthday. They are averaging 180 grams now and truly growing each day! The 13…
You’ve got your chicks home and settled in the brooder. Now the big question: how long should they stay there, and when…
This week the chicks have officially moved outside! All 13 are now living in the chicken tractor with lots of extra space…
In many ways chickens are like people. Both species come in a dazzling array of sizes, body shapes and colors. On top…
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