When you are curious about chicken breeds, the first things to keep in mind are their shapes and sizes. You’ve probably noticed that some breeds are bigger than others and have a ton of meat while others are not. This is important information to consider, especially when looking for a new breed to add to …
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In addition to their striking looks, however, adding black chicken breeds to your free-ranging flock can actually protect you from hawks! Raising chickens in your own backyard can be both fun and challenging, especially if you are looking for more breeds to add to your chicken coop to expand your flock. Checking for different breeds …
If you have baby chicks you may be wondering what to feed baby chickens after hatching. Caring for newborn kids is fun and risky—so is caring for newly hatched chicks. We’ve all been there—studied the cycle of eggs before they hatch. But, what happens when they hatch? How do you take care of them? Below …
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 …
