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Egg Production

How to Get Your Chickens to Lay Eggs in Nesting Boxes

One of the most exciting times we’ve had in our backyard chicken experience is the day we received our very first egg.…

Predator Protection

How to Identify Chicken Preadators: Birds of Prey

It may seem silly to think that a hawk could attack a chicken and fly away with it, but it happens all…

Getting Started The Brooder Setup

My Chicken Coop Is Here! A Step-by-Step Chicken Coop Setup Guide

The day is finally here, friends. The girls’ new home has arrived, and to say I was excited would be a serious…

Daily Care Handling and Socializing Your Flock

Building Play Areas for Your Chickens

I would love to tell you that I’m a DIY queen and that I know my way around power tools and the…

Daily Care Coop Cleaning

Coop Spring Cleaning: A Step-by-Step Guide for a Healthy Flock

Spring can be slow to arrive, especially across the Midwest, where late snowstorms and cold snaps stretch well into April. But once…

Getting Started The Brooder Setup

Setting up a Brooder

Hey everyone! Today I am going to be talking about how to set up a brooder for your baby chicks. Getting baby…

Daily Care Is a Backyard Flock Right for You?

The Deep Litter Method for Chicken Coops: A Beginner’s Guide

Let’s talk about poop. It is not the most glamorous part of raising backyard chickens, but it is the part that never…

Daily Care The Morning and Evening Routine

Giving Your Chickens A Good Night’s Sleep

Both people and chickens appreciate a good night’s sleep. As warm months approach odds are better that humans will be more comfortable…

Seasonal Planning

Handling Frozen Eggs in Your Nest Boxes

It’s the middle of winter here in Minnesota and temperatures frequently drop below freezing. Many people question my choice to live here,…

Getting Started The Move to the Coop

Chicken Coop Ideas: What I Learned Touring Three Real Backyard Coops

When my chicks started outgrowing their brooder, I realized I needed serious chicken coop ideas, and fast. My current chicken tractor simply…

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