If you’re new to chicken keeping, one of the questions you may have is; “How do I keep chickens warm in Winter?” In this post, I’ve gathered everything I’ve learned from the best in the industry and my own years of experience. Winter means the homestead is slowing down. I’ve put the garden to bed, …
Whether your backyard chickens are over-achieving, or you’re trying to add more protein to your diet, these 101+ egg recipes will inspire you to use eggs in your diet. Eggs are a staple in our diet here at the homestead. Not only do we have backyard chickens that provide fresh, grass-fed eggs daily, they also …
Ever heard of heritage chicken breeds? Learn more about these breeds, and how to choose the right one for your homestead. Heritage chicken breeds are ones bred from a line that existed prior to the mid-20th century. The American Poultry Association keeps a close eye on breeding. According to the APA, a heritage chicken is …
Raising backyard chickens has become more popular these days, with nearly 10 million Americans having chickens. Take your poultry to the next step and incubate and hatch your own baby chicks this year! I’ll explain everything you need to get started. To incubate your own chicken eggs is very simple. It takes diligence, and patience, …
As backyard chickens become more and more popular, a question I hear a lot is “how many eggs do you get?” or “how many eggs will my backyard chicken lay?” The answer is: “it depends.” I know, I know, not very exciting. Most people greet this answer with an annoyed sigh. So let me elaborate. …
