The Secrets of Duck Eggs
We are so conditioned to eat just chicken eggs! Many wonder if duck eggs can hold up to the standard.
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Waterfowl & Duck Foot Problems
Waterfowl can be very susceptible to foot and leg injuries. Avoid waterfowl and duck foot problems with a little forethought.
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Rooster vs. Hen: Know Before They Crow
How do you tell apart a baby rooster vs baby hen? Several methods can determine rooster vs hen traits (including some which are breed-specific).
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How Much Should I Feed My Chickens? — Chickens in a Minute Video
Add to Favorites One of the most discussed subjects among chicken owners is how much do chickens eat? And just like with humans, there’s no set answer to this question. …
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Cockerel and Pullet Chickens: 3 Tips for Raising These Teenagers
Add to Favorites Do you remember the glory days of seventh grade? For many people, they were filled with braces, high-water pants, and new experiences. Our teenage years are pivotal, …
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Breed Profile: Silver Appleyard Duck
Silver Appleyard ducks are a great all-round heavy breed: friendly, great foragers, growing quickly to produce delicious, lean meat and plentiful eggs.
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Breed Profile: Muscovy Duck
During the more than 40 years that we have been in business, I must confess that we have hatched and raised several duck breeds. However, absolutely none can compare with the uniqueness, the adaptability, the pure pleasure, and the usefulness of the Muscovy duck.
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Backyard Poultry June/July 2022
Backyard Poultry June/July 2022 — 17/3 is in homes May 12th but digital and All-Access subscribers can read it NOW! Subscribe to Backyard Poultry for great stories on Avian Flu 2022, summer pests in chickens, improving a home egg business, and Swedish Flower Hens. PLUS: Erminettes, a breed previously thought to be lost!
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Common Mistakes New Poultry Owners Make With Chicks
Easily avoid common baby chick mistakes with a little advanced research and preparation before you bring them home.
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How to Build a Chicken Coop From a Garden Shed
Add to Favorites The day I brought home the first two chicks, I went against all the advice I give to people thinking about getting backyard chickens. We had a …
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