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Keeping Feral Chickens from Your Flock
Feral chickens present dangers to your flock. Discover how one flock safely overcame a feral rooster trying to take over the henhouse and what you can do to protect your flock from feral chickens.
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Choosing Cold-Weather Chickens
The best way to prevent winter mortality is to choose cold-weather chickens bred for your environment.
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When Were Turkeys Domesticated?
When were turkeys domesticated? Native Americans domesticated turkeys much earlier than thought.
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Raising Show Pigeons
Raising show pigeons requires more specialized care than the casual or working flock.
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Ask Our Experts August/September 2025
Ana Skemp and Audra Trosper answer your poultry questions about a dead chicken and a chick with knee problems.
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Poultry News August/September 2025
In “Poultry News” we share poultry stories of the current, odd, fun, and important.
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How Do You Increase Egg Production in Chickens Naturally?
How do you increase egg production in chickens? There are plenty of things you can do to support your hens’ overall health, improve their environment, and limit stress so they can lay to their potential.
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The White Stuff on Egg Yolk is the Chalazae
Wondering what the white stuff on egg yolk is? It’s a chalaza, one of two tiny rope-like structures found on either side of the yolk.
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Japanese Kintsugi with Eggshells
Learn about the Japanese kintsugi of fixing cracks with gold, but this art form uses eggshells instead of pottery.
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Hybrid Vs. Heritage Turkey Breeds
Wild turkeys are native only to the Americas, and from them come all the domestic breeds we associate with holiday dinners.
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