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Due to human SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), vaccination is constantly in the news and on the minds of people worldwide. Fortunately, scientists have developed…
To keep chickens out of a garden, use a fence at least 6 feet tall, since 4 feet will not stop determined…
Tending chickens comes with plenty of rewards, but lugging heavy water and feed isn’t one of them. Lifting also risks a sore…
Homeowners with small backyard chicken flocks face a dilemma. As hens age they gradually lay fewer eggs. Eventually they decide it’s time…
Missing or broken eggs usually point to rodents, snakes, large predators like raccoons, young pullets breaking eggs, or too few nest boxes.…
Have you noticed your chickens laying around in a dusty spot, kicking dust all over themselves? Chickens love to roll around in…
Today we’re going to discuss somewhat of a hot topic in the chicken world. It’s one of those topics that most chicken…
A flock of free-range chickens strut around the yard on a sunny afternoon. They are busy pecking around, hunting for bugs in…
Chickens have minds of their own. Broodiness proves it. When a flock owner wants a broody to mother a new generation of…
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