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How to Prepare Poultry for Winter

December 10, 2021 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Coops

Before I go too far, let’s take a look at how nature has prepared our feathered friends to survive and basic poultry behavior.
Feathers are designed to resist wind, sun, and precipitation.

Raising Meat on the Farm for the Holidays and Beyond

December 10, 2021 · Jeremy Chartier · Poultry 101

Raising poultry for meat is a cost-effective means of growing meat, and the turnaround time is quicker than other farm animals.

How To Get NPIP Certified

December 8, 2021 · Jeremy Chartier · Feed & Health

Add to Favorites Knowing how to get NPIP certified is key to taking your poultry hobby to the next level. Many of us sell eggs off the farm, and some …

Can Chickens Eat Oatmeal?

December 7, 2021 · Lisa Steele · Feed & Health

Can chickens eat oatmeal? Yes. They certainly can! Oatmeal for chickens is one of my favorite treats to serve my flock in the winter.

Winter Windowsill Herbs for Chickens

December 6, 2021 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Feed & Health

Not only do windowsill herbs add vibrant colors and aromas to our daily lives and warm winter meals, they also offer health benefits for both us and our two-legged feathered friends.

Winterizing Your Flock; A Winter Menu for Poultry

December 6, 2021 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Feed & Health

I receive calls each winter concerning loss of chickens or the reduction in egg production. Both of these issues are related to diet.

Check Out the Chickens

December 1, 2021 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Chickens 101

These four farms introduced creative agri-tourism activities featuring their flocks, showcasing opportunities to help bring in a little extra scratch while providing rewarding connections between your chickens and farm visitors.

Self Colors in Ducks: Chocolate

December 1, 2021 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Poultry 101

Chocolate self-colored ducks are a somewhat rare phenotype seen in domestic duck breeds. The brown dilution gene is what causes the actual color.

Chicken Planning

December 1, 2021 · Patrice Lewis · Coops

We’ve raised chickens for decades, but this is the first time we’ll have a chance to build infrastructure from the ground up and avoid repeating past mistakes. Our goal is to maximize what chickens can do for us above and beyond eggs.