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Pam Freeman

I’ve had a flock of backyard chickens for over a decade. They bring such joy to my backyard, not to mention some yummy eggs to my fridge. I am the author of Backyard Chickens: Beyond the Basics. My backyard is over 12 acres in the country so I enjoy all the nature that surrounds me. In fact I’ve always got binoculars and field guides handy. I also love to garden, especially growing herbs, with nature in mind. And I’m pretty handy when it comes to crafting. So grab a chair and a cup of coffee and enjoy!

Want Blue Eggs? Pick These Chicken Breeds!

September 5, 2022 · Pam Freeman · Eggs & Meat

Let’s face it, having backyard chickens is popular, but still pretty unique for most folks. Why not step up the unique a notch and go beyond the standard brown and white eggs by adding blue egg layers to your flock?

Do Chicken Egg Colors Taste Different?

September 5, 2022 · Pam Freeman · Eggs & Meat

Join Chickens in a Minute as we explore whether different chicken egg colors taste different.

Is Feeding Chickens Scraps from the Kitchen Safe?

August 23, 2022 · Pam Freeman · Feed & Health

Feeding chickens scraps from the kitchen is a great way to give them healthy treats and make sure your leftovers don’t go to waste.

Baby Chick Health Basics: What You Need to Know

July 21, 2022 · Pam Freeman · Feed & Health

‘Tis the season! And, no it’s not a national holiday like Christmas, but it might as well be. It’s chick season!

Are You Wondering What Do Roosters Eat?

July 5, 2022 · Pam Freeman · Feed & Health

The common answer from chicken keepers when you ask them “what do roosters eat” is that they feed their roosters the same thing as the rest of the flock. This makes sense in backyard settings where the flock members typically vary in breed and size.

What’s the Best Bedding for Chickens? – Chickens in a Minute Video

June 16, 2022 · Pam Freeman · Coops

Join Backyard Poultry magazine in our video series, Chickens in a Minute, as we answer frequently asked questions about how to raise a healthy backyard chicken flock. In this video, we explore what’s the best bedding for chickens.

12 Fascinating Facts About Roosters

May 31, 2022 · Pam Freeman · Chickens 101

Fascinating facts about roosters may have you considering adding these beauties to your backyard flock, including the rooster’s comb serving a useful purpose.

Why do Roosters Crow? Find Out and Get Answers to Other Odd Chicken Questions!

May 31, 2022 · Pam Freeman · Chickens 101

Why do roosters crow? You may automatically dismiss this as a beginner chicken question, but have you really stopped to think about all that crowing?

What Can Chickens Eat as a Treat? — Chickens In A Minute Video

May 18, 2022 · Pam Freeman · Feed & Health

At Backyard Poultry, we love to tackle common reader questions, such as: “why have my chickens stopped laying” or “why are my chickens laying soft eggs.” With our popular Chickens in a Minute video series, we’ve created quick, informative videos to answer your common queries in an entertaining way.

What Does it Mean When a Chicken Lays a Lash Egg?

May 12, 2022 · Pam Freeman · Eggs & Meat

Ever heard of a lash egg? Odds are you probably haven’t. It can be a one-time occurrence or it can be an uncommon symptom of an illness that is actually the number one killer of laying hens.

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