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How Eggs Get Their Colors

If you’re deciding on new chickens and what new breeds to add to your flock, egg color is probably one of your…

Health & Wellness

Common Essential Oil Blends for Humans

It’s October! And around here, that usually means the start of cold and flu season. Most people run right for the DayQuil,…

Getting Started Choosing Your First Breed

The Best Chicken Breeds for Kids

Chickens are a huge part of our family’s life, and honestly, they have become one of the best things we ever did…

Health & Wellness

September Chicken Chat: Chicken Nutrition

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Health & Wellness

Chicken Month Chat! Topic: Nutrition

Mark your calendars for a Monday, September 26th, Chicken Month Chat on Nutrition (6:30 pm central/7:30 pm eastern).  We’ll share an invite…

Seasonal Planning

Decorating Your Chicken Coop for Fall: Cozy, Budget-Friendly Ideas

I live in Minnesota, where we get to enjoy all four seasons, and there is something so cozy about fall. The days…

Daily Care

How to Decorate a Chicken Coop: Simple Ideas That Help Your Flock

Wondering how to decorate a chicken coop so it looks great and works harder for your flock? The good news is that…

Advanced Topics

Tips for Treating Bumblefoot

Bumblefoot is one of the most common ailments in poultry. If you have chickens for any length of time, you are sure…

Seasonal Planning

Back to School Bento Box Lunches

The day is finally here. We’ve been working towards this day from the time he started preschool. Our oldest is off to…

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