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Fresh Air, Sunshine, and Room to Roam
Years ago, chickens had the “run” of our farm, ranging from our yard to the barnyard, to the lots, to pastures, and to the vast fields planted with grain. One might say they were “footloose and fancy-free.”
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The Persistent Peacock
Since no one we knew in our rural neighborhood had peafowl, it was as if this one had fallen from the sky. Since he was a peacock, that could have been close to what happened. We didn’t know.
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Chickpea and Egg Curry, Fragrant Rice, and Aquafaba
This quick meal evokes warm, spicy aromas as the curry cooks. This chickpea and egg curry is easy to make, even for a new cook.
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Ask the Expert October/November 2021
Ask our poultry experts about your flock’s health, feed, production, housing and more! Please note that although our team has dozens of years of experience, we are not licensed veterinarians. For serious life and death matters, we advise you to consult with your local veterinarian.
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The Efficient, Heated Chicken Coop
With a bit of ingenuity and an inexpensive fan, this couple was able to create a heated chicken coop that works efficiently.
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How Long Do Chickens Live? – Chickens in a Minute Video
Add to Favorites Join Backyard Poultry magazine in our video series, Chickens in a Minute, as we answer your frequently asked questions about how to raise a healthy backyard chicken flock. …
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Speckled Sussex Chicken Breed
Often called the coronation Sussex, one of the oldest English breeds, the speckled Sussex chicken breed is a great dual-purpose backyard chicken.
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Pumpkin Bakes: Cool Weather Treats for Chickens
Make these stuffed pumpkin treats for chickens this fall. These pumpkin bakes are a great source of nutrition and enrichment for your flock.
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Special Issue: Raising Small Animals — The Homestead Chicken, Housing Your Flock
Add to Favorites By Rhonda Crank What is a Chicken Coop? It’s simply a structure which gives your flock shelter from weather and predators. Have you ever picked up a …
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Can Chickens Eat Pumpkin Seeds for Worms?
What can you do naturally to reduce the presence of worms in your flock? Feeding pumpkin seeds to chickens not only provides nutrition but can also help with parasites – here’s a recipe for a natural deworming tincture.
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