Embarking on the journey of raising chickens for eggs is like stepping into a world filled with endless possibilities and enriching experiences, especially for homesteaders seeking sustainable living. As you venture into raising chickens, it's crucial to immerse yourself in the nuances that contribute to the well-being of these feathered companions. Our guide begins …
Embarking on the journey of raising livestock is an enriching endeavor that can yield not only a sustainable source of food but also invaluable life lessons in responsibility, compassion, and the cycles of nature, which is why I wanted to share some insights in this beginners guide to raising livestock. Choosing the right kind of …
Is this the year you finally decide to try your hand at hatching chicks in an incubator? Or maybe you have tried in the past, but were not successful. Fear not! I have the solution you need – the How To Hatch Eggs In An Incubator Infographic! This downloadable, printable infographic has the exact step-by-step …
Have you ever wondered how to hatch eggs in an incubator? Then read on and be sure to get my FREE downloadable infographic with the step by step instructions!
Are you ready to start raising backyard chickens but don't know where to begin? Or maybe you already have chickens, but need a way to keep track of their egg production. This opt-in Backyard Chicken Keeping Record Book Printable Freebie includes the following resources: Front Cover Research and Planning Sheet Yearly Egg Count Sheet This …
Disclaimer: This post has been sponsored by Purina Animal Nutrition, as such I received free product from Purina to share my opinion with my readers. However, my opinions are based on my individual and unique experience. Based on my experience in 2016 I believe this line of feed has been amazing for my flock and …
Learn everything you need to know to start keeping chickens at home. Chickens are intelligent, entertaining birds that make great pets. They also lay eggs and give us meat - if we choose to butcher them. I really enjoy my backyard chickens and have for years.
There are a few homestead chicken coop tips to be aware of - especially if this is your first time raising chickens. Chickens are one of the most popular live animals to raise on any homestead. Just as a cow can provide beef and milk, a chicken has a duel purpose, too. They provide both …
One of the easiest animals to start raising on the homestead is chickens. In this episode we will explore the advantages of raising chickens, problems that can arise from raising chickens and how to keep your chickens healthy.
Keeping chickens at home is a lot of fun - but it is also a lot of work. There are a number of things you need to consider before deciding to raise chickens. Just like any other animal they need shelter and protection from predators. They need care twice daily and you need to be …
This post has been sponsored by Purina Animal Nutrition, as such I received free product from Purina to share my opinion with my readers. However, my opinions are based on my individual and unique experience. Based on my experience in 2016 I believe this line of feed has been amazing for my flock and I …
Many people wonder about buying a chicken coop from a box and assembling it on their own, so I thought I would my experience.
When I first heard about growing the chicken forage blend for chickens to feed to my chickens, I thought what's the point? They have grass - and weeds - and bugs. Then I thought about winter or those really hot days when I have them locked in the small chicken yard. There is nothing there …