Introduction So you’ve selected your chicken breeds, made your orders, and are preparing to welcome your new chicks to your homestead for the first time? Now it’s time to talk about chick brooders. Here are questions that I see first-time chicken owners asking about brooders: “What is a chick brooder?” Where do you keep a …
Raising chickens for farm-fresh eggs is more than just a hobby; it’s like opening a door to a world of joy, self-sufficiency, and a cozy connection to where your food comes from. The secrets to your success lie in doing your research on breeds, gathering your supplies, and picking out the chirpiest, healthiest chicks. So, …
Ah, chicken breeds. You’ve decided on raising chickens for eggs, but now you must select the right productive chicken breeds. Which chicken breeds lay the most eggs? Raising chickens opens the door to a world of fresh eggs, delightful companionship, and the joy of sustainable living. There is nothing like walking to your backyard to …
Now that you’ve decided to raise chickens for eggs, you need to have a nice, sturdy chicken coop. The coop that you have for your chickens should be designed to keep them safe from predators, comfortable, and healthy. Here’s what you need to know about what a chicken coop needs inside (and outside). What Size …
