Chickens are the perfect small homestead animal. In fact, they are ideal for the backyard farmer, even those in urban areas. They provide eggs, meat and rich fertilizer for the garden. Choosing the best backyard...
Chicken Breed / Chicken Raising / Tips
by keepingchicken_admin · Published October 24, 2018 · Last modified September 5, 2024
A broody hen is one that wants to raise chicks. At some point in your chicken raising career, you’ll encounter one of these tenacious birds. A broody hen is determined to sit on her...
by keepingchicken_admin · Published October 24, 2018 · Last modified September 9, 2024
Do you want to raise chickens for their eggs? We can help you choose the right breed. All hens lay edible eggs, but some simply excel at egg production. While there is some individual...
Chicken Breed / Chicken Raising
by keepingchicken_admin · Published October 24, 2018 · Last modified September 9, 2024
The silkie chicken is a unique and highly desirable addition to any flock. She gets her name from her soft, poofy plumage which is said to feel just like silk. While the silkie chicken likely originated...
by keepingchicken_admin · Published October 19, 2018 · Last modified September 9, 2024
Once you are comfortable managing your flock, you may want to learn how to breed chickens. There are many reasons to breed. You might want chickens for meat. You may need pullets to replace your...
Chicken Breed / Chicken Health / Tips / Uncategorized
by keepingchicken_admin · Published September 25, 2018 · Last modified September 9, 2024
When keeping chickens, one will eventually have to think about what to feed a chicken for maximal egg production. Feeding chickens for the purpose of making them produce more eggs requires a little research...
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