Tips for Protecting Your Free-Range Flock

How to Protect Free-Range Chickens from Predators Safely

I remember when I first started with chickens I had four laying hens and they toodled around in the yard in our chicken tractor They were able to get bugs and greens and stay safe all at the same time! As our flock grew, I quickly realized that we needed a different setup

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Benefits and Drawbacks of Free-Ranging Chickens

Free-Ranging Chickens: Pros, Cons, and Practical Tips

If you’re wondering about free-ranging chickens, let me tell you about our experience! We have a variety of birds on our little farm, and they all free-range Here are some benefits and drawbacks you might want to consider before deciding to let your chickens free-range too

Drawbacks of Free-Ranging Chickens

First, let’s talk about the drawbacks of free-ranging chickens From my perspective, there are really only two negatives, but they can seal the deal for a lot of people

The first drawback is quite simply: chickens make a mess I have a hard time keeping flower