The Long Line of Brown Leghorns
When we first get into poultry, discovering all these breeds is a great pleasure. For many of us, that joy turns into the effort of trying to pick the right breed for our homestead or to serve the purposes we have in mind.
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Breed Profile: Icelandic Chicken
Icelandic chickens (Icies) are an ancient landrace and are very diverse, robustly healthy, cold-hardy chickens. Sadly, they are threatened by diminished numbers during the 1970s and the consequent inbreeding.
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5 Things to Know about Domestic Goose Breeds
Geese are not similar to chickens and differ in many ways from ducks. Here are five items to consider when evaluating whether a goose is a good fit for your farmstead.
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Can Chickens Eat Corn Cobs? Yes!
Leftover corn cobs don’t need to be thrown away. You may wonder can chickens eat corn cobs?
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All About Light and Ornamental Goose Breeds
This article covers light goose breeds, as classified by the American Poultry Association’s Standard of Perfection. In addition to two domestic goose breeds, the light goose breed class includes the wild Canada goose and the Egyptian goose, which is not a true goose at all.
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10 Reasons to Consider Raising Geese
From their tasty eggs and meat to their weeding ability, here are ten reasons to consider raising geese in your backyard.
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The Incredible Egg Down Through the Years
Much has been written about the benefits of eating eggs. Undoubtedly, the incredible egg has endured during all eras of history.
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Chicken Feed: Does Brand Matter?
It’s a common question when you’re figuring out what to feed chickens. What chicken feed brand should you choose for your feathered friends?
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Ask The Expert February/March 2022
Add to Favorites Barred Rocks Not Laying Carol: Hello, I have six 22-week-old hens. Four Barred Rock and two that are orange-brown colored. The two orange-brown hens started laying eggs …
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Ask the Expert April/May 2022
Add to Favorites Booties For Bumblefoot? Hi Marissa, Do you know about neoprene booties for Pekin ducks that have bumblefoot? Thank you, Deborah *********************************** Hi Deborah, I haven’t personally used …
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