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The Best Types of Roosters for Your Flock

September 13, 2023 · Doug Ottinger · Poultry 101

Whether you have a purebred or mixed flock, choosing the right types of roosters will benefit you flock for years to come.

New Poultry Varieties Enter APA

September 13, 2023 · Christine Heinrichs · Poultry 101

New poultry varieties and breeds are continually making their way toward recognition by the American Poultry Association (APA).

Duck Breeds for Eggs and Meat

May 5, 2023 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Ducks

Curious about keeping ducks? Read this guide to the duck breeds available, from those primarily for laying or meat to dual-purpose breeds.

Raising Goslings

March 27, 2023 · Kenny Coogan · Geese, Poultry 101

Have you ever tried raising goslings? Get tips on hatching goslings with a mother goose or an incubator, and how to foster orphaned goslings.

Breed Profile: Magpie Duck

March 9, 2023 · Tamsin Cooper · Poultry 101

The Magpie duck has a distinctive, if variable, pied coloring that is hard to perfect. Nevertheless, they make excellent foragers and homestead companions, and are hardy, multi-purpose and lay large eggs.

Raising Heritage Turkey Breeds

March 9, 2023 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Poultry 101, Turkeys

Heritage turkey breeds recover from severe population decline after commercial broad-breasted birds monopolize market.

Recipes for Quail Egg Desserts

February 28, 2023 · Karmin Garrison · Eggs & Meat, Quail, Recipes

Try these yummy dessert recipes with wee quail eggs from Kelly Bohling.

Goose Egg Recipe Ideas

February 25, 2023 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Eggs & Meat, Geese

Not only can you eat goose eggs, but once you try some of these goose egg recipe ideas you’ll always want to keep these eggs on hand!

Getting the Most from Quail Eggs

February 21, 2023 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Poultry 101, Quail

Quail eggs are delightfully versatile in cooking and baking, and a charming addition to any meal.

Incubating Quail Eggs

February 20, 2023 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Quail

Incubating and hatching Japanese coturnix quail is rewarding for your family. Buying the right incubator is crucial.

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