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Jeremy Chartier

At 12 years old, Jeremy Chartier became involved with his local 4-H group, later joined the local FFA chapter, and showed livestock until his college years. After graduating from the Ratcliffe Hicks School of Agriculture at UConn, he joined the University of Maine’s Poultry Service Provider training program. Today Jeremy sells started pullets to local backyard farmers, is still involved with 4-H as a poultry showmanship judge, and writes about his passion for farming.

Grooming and Bathing Chickens for a Poultry Show

June 21, 2021 · Jeremy Chartier · Feed & Health, Kids' Corner

Bathing poultry before a show is very common in the world of 4-H and chicken breeding. It’s all about keeping Fluffy clean and, well, fluffy.

How to Breed Chickens for Show and Fun

June 7, 2021 · Jeremy Chartier · Chickens 101

How do you breed chickens? Chickens will do that all on their own, but for those of us who want a little creative control over the process, there are more technicalities to consider.

Biosecurity for Chickens: The First Line Of Defense

May 27, 2021 · Jeremy Chartier · Feed & Health

One of the biggest challenges of the organic poultry farmer is handling illness. What if I told you; you could avoid the problem?

Your Options For Chicken Mite Treatment

May 11, 2021 · Jeremy Chartier · Feed & Health

Before starting a chicken mite treatment it’s important to know if your flock has mites. So the first step is to perform a Chicken Health Exam.

What Chicken Grower Feed is Right for You?

April 12, 2021 · Jeremy Chartier · Feed & Health

Chicken grower feed and adult feed rations are a critical part of raising healthy, productive chickens. Learn how to use them for your flock.

The Right Stuff!

March 29, 2021 · Jeremy Chartier · Coops

Poultry equipment comes in many different sizes and styles, but what do you really need for your flock? Since backyard chickens became popular again, all sorts of products have surfaced in feed stores.

Chick Nutrition – Start to Finish

March 8, 2021 · Jeremy Chartier · Feed & Health

Knowing what to feed baby chicks is a critical step. Besides a good brooder setup, your best tool for success is proper chick nutrition.

What Can You Feed Chickens?

September 29, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Feed & Health

What can you feed chickens? And what is chicken scratch, anyway? Learn how to manage your flock’s weight with a balanced nutrition plan.

Picking Show Chicken Breeds For Beginners

August 25, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Chickens 101, Kids' Corner

I suggest picking a general body type, going to a good-sized poultry show and seeing what piques your interest in the for sale cages. Being flexible is key, especially for your first time out.

Biosecurity: Keeping Your Flock Healthy

August 5, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Feed & Health

Biosecurity may sound like a hollow corporate catchphrase, but it’s a critical part of modern farming. Read on to learn how to keep your flock healthy and ward off disease.

Make the Most of Your Flock with Backyard Poultry!

Your best source for information on all things chicken, quail, turkey, guinea, duck, and beyond. Whether you raise a backyard flock for eggs, meat, show, or just for fun. Backyard Poultry is an essential guide for a diverse community of poultry lovers, accessible to those who live on a farm, in a suburban neighborhood, or are raising poultry in an urban environment. You will find research-based stories and actionable guidance, helping newbies and experts alike avoid costly and tragic mistakes.

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