raising-chickens

How to Break a Broody Hen

Have a broody hen that just isn’t getting the message of “no more babies?” Try these tips on how to break a broody hen.

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How to Integrate Baby Chickens into Your Flock

Excited about new baby chickens, but nervous about how to integrate them to your existing flock? Elizabeth Mack walks you through bird dynamics to keep everyone safe.

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Rehoming Chickens, Helping the Environment
February 3, 2023 · · Chickens 101

An English church facilitates the rehoming of chickens to protect the environment.

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Breed Profile: Shamo Chicken
January 27, 2023 · · Chickens 101

Part of our Breed Profile series, the Shamo Chicken is also known as a “gamefowl.”

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Protein and Enzymes in Organic Non-GMO Chicken Feed

Feeding certified organic non-GMO chicken feed has become a popular choice as people increasingly return to a natural way of life.

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A Year-Round Chicken Care Calendar
December 19, 2022 · · Chickens 101

This year-round chicken care calendar should help you know what to expect when starting your own flock.

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Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe
December 8, 2022 · · Eggs & Meat, Recipes

Learn how to make a tasty chicken Caesar salad with classic or pesto dressing and homemade croutons.

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Andalusian Chickens and The Poultry Royalty of Spain

Andalusian chickens, Black Spanish chickens, and Minorca chickens all have a long and gloried history as the poultry royalty of Spain.

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4 Tips for Composting Chicken Manure
December 6, 2022 · · Feed & Health

As any poultry owner knows, in addition to companionship and fresh eggs, our birds produce manure. I enrich my flower and vegetable gardens to yield even more produce by composting chicken manure.

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DIY Chicken Tractor Plan
November 18, 2022 · · Coops

Are you looking for a chicken tractor plan that will protect chickens from hawks and other predators while allowing them to free range? Try this one.

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