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I feel like spring is the both the most exciting time and the most frustrating time for raising chickens on…
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The crop is the gateway to a chicken's stomach. Ensuring that the crop is functioning properly is essential for keeping…
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Let’s face it, chicken is on the menu for a lot of animals! Chicken is a favorite meal option for…
Raising a healthy homestead brood means knowing what to feed chicks as they grow and mature. Chicks can eat just…
Learning how to make fermented chicken feed is a great cost effective, nutritious, and easy way to feed your homestead…
Once you start raising chicks, pasty butt becomes a part of everyday lingo. And yes, pasty butt is just as…
Chores are a never-ending task on the homestead, but that's not always a bad thing! I actually enjoy the different…
Should I buy chicks from breeders or hatcheries? As a homesteader, you may find yourself asking this question. Even if…
There are literally hundreds of chicken breeds to choose from! When it comes to choosing the best chicken breeds for…
One question that many northern homesteaders may find themselves asking is: how can I help my homestead flock stay warm…
Spring on the homestead often leads to a major case of chick fever! Whether you are looking to start your…
Boredom can become an issue for homestead flock’s that have to be cooped up due to inclement weather. The winter…
There are literally hundreds of chicken breeds to choose from when it comes to starting your first flock or adding…
Biosecurity is extremely important for homestead chicken keepers. Biosecurity is the measures you take to prevent disease, parasites, and pathogens…