Jeremy Chartier

Picking A Tractor for Tractor Coops
February 23, 2024 · · Coops

Chicken tractors are a popular method of grazing birds on the homestead. Let’s look at some considerations for picking a tractor for tractor coops.

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A Smart Coop For Your Backyard
February 14, 2023 · · Coops

There are “smart coop” devices and “no-so-smart” devices, much like there are smart chickens and not-so-smart chickens (you know the ones).

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Weird Things Found In Eggs
March 10, 2022 · · Eggs & Meat

Weird things found in eggs are generally uncommon, but it does happen. Hens lay weird eggs sometimes, but most oddities are external.

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Raising Turkeys with Chickens – Is it a Good Idea?
December 14, 2021 · · Poultry 101

Raising turkeys with chickens has been discouraged for years, but many homesteaders are returning to a mixed flock approach. Here are some serious bird health hazards to keep in mind.

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Showing Poultry 101
November 6, 2021 · · Kids' Corner, Poultry 101

Picking show chicken breeds for your first foray into the world of fancy poultry can be as daunting as trying to understand genetics. But with a few simple pointers, you can be on your way to success.

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Do Chickens Need Heat in Winter?
November 2, 2021 · · Coops

Do chickens need heat in winter, and if so, what are the pros and cons of heating the coop? Read on to find the solution to fit your flock.

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Geared For Success: Equipment To Save Time And Money
August 27, 2021 · · Coops

Time and money are finite resources. With suitable upfront investments, you can save a ton of those two precious commodities.

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Biosecurity: Keeping Your Flock Healthy
August 5, 2020 · · Feed & Health

Biosecurity may sound like a hollow corporate catchphrase, but it’s a critical part of modern farming. Read on to learn how to keep your flock healthy and ward off disease.

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