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Lamona Chicken: Everything You Need to Know
Back in 1912, Harry M. Lamon, senior poultryman of the Bureau of Animal Husbandry, initiated the development of the Lamona chicken at the USDA experimental station. He wanted to produce a dual-purpose breed for the American market.
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Barnevelder Chicken Adventures
Meet the Barnevelder chicken. They are a medium size, dual-purpose chicken breed (providing both eggs and meat) from Barnevelder, Holland.
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The Economics of Egg Farming
When I started egg farming, I kept track of my costs. The numbers surprised me. Turning a profit leaves a lot of factors to consider.
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Ask the Expert: Egg-Bound Chickens and Other Laying Issues
Do you have questions about egg-bound chickens and other laying issues? Look inside for questions and answers from other poultry owners.
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Two Chicken Coop Sheds We Love
Add to Favorites Chicken Coop Shed #1 By Stephanie Thomas – In 2005 both of my parents were diagnosed with cancer. Life definitely changed, and not really for the best. …
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5 Common Chicken Diseases and Symptoms
Add to Favorites Not many vets specialize in chicken diseases and symptoms. Finding a good source of information, like Backyard Poultry magazine, is important. We keep chickens from the sustenance …
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The Endocrine System of a Chicken
The chicken endrocrine system is made up of a number of organs and major glands located throughout the bird that produce a special chemical messenger called a hormone.
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Chicken Sex-Links and the W Chromosome
Learn how chicken sex-links function and the nature of the W chromosome, including much of the modern research going on in poultry genetics.
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A Storybook Life of a Polish Chicken
Add to Favorites By Tamara Staples, New York — Jan Brett is an author and illustrator of dozens of children’s books. Each book, with its intricate illustrations and colorful stories about …
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5 Reasons People Love Raising Chickens in Their Backyard
Raising chickens in a backyard setting gives families wholesome, nutritious eggs, but that’s just the beginning, a common trend with raising chickens is happiness.
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