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Poultry Health

Hundreds of articles and videos, organized the way Keepers already browse them.

Seasonal Planning

My Hens Are Going Bald

Late winter. It is cold. Why in the world are my hens losing their feathers when they need every single one to…

Advanced Topics

What is Marek’s Disease?

Have you ever heard of Marek’s Disease? If not, today is your lucky day! You’ll learn all about the causes, if it’s…

Growing Your Flock

Chick Journey Weeks 2-4

Our lovely little mystery chicks have been growing and changing! At about 2 weeks of age, they outgrew their little brooder set-up…

Daily Care

Can I Use Straw in My Chicken Coop?

For many years I have used pine shavings in my brooders and coop while raising backyard chickens. There are a few different…

Getting Started

The Baby Chick Success Guide

We are kicking off this week with a giant, possibly record-breaking snowstorm here in Minnesota. Yikes! However, the good news is that…

Getting Started

Chick Journey Part 1

CHICK JOURNEY PART ONE WEEKS 0-2 With the promise of Spring, comes the exciting prospect of new chicks on the farm! I…

Daily Care

Managing Dust

Dust and chickens go together like macaroni and cheese. Flock Owners know their hens produce eggs for the kitchen and manure to…

Seasonal Planning

Winter Blues and Breathing Problems, too!

I know some people thrive in the colder weather, enjoying the snow sports and getting outside as much as possible, but for…

Getting Started Choosing Your First Breed

Top 5 Things to Know Before Ordering Chicks for Spring

Spring is a time of new beginnings, and for many people that means welcoming baby chicks into their homes. If you’re thinking…

Seasonal Planning

How to Build a Winter Dust Bath for Your Chickens

Have you ever seen chickens rolling around in the dirt? That’s known as a dust bath, and it helps chickens keep their…

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