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Even if you’re new to chickens, the term Marek’s Disease is bound to pop up quickly in your journey into the world of poultry. We are here to help!
What chickens lay the most eggs?
Have you ever wondered which chickens lay the most eggs? Well, then we’ve put together the perfect list of prolific egg-layers for you to choose from.
How to winterize your chicken coop
As winter approaches, you may wonder how to winterize your chicken coop. The good news is, chickens are hardy animals that can survive through harsh winters.
What to do when chickens attack!
You love your chickens, but every once in a while you’ll have a bad egg in the bunch. When chickens attack it can either be a natural behavior that can be corrected, or a personality problem that cannot.
4 Reasons to Have a Rooster in Your Flock
Whether you’ve had a flock of chickens for a while, or you’re just starting out, you may wonder if you should have a rooster in your flock. The truth is, there are many reasons people can think of (quite quickly) to not keep a rooster in their flock, but there are...
5 Ways to Test the Freshness of Your Eggs
Is there anything better than farm fresh eggs? From the bright orange yolk to the fresh flavor, nothing quite compares to an egg from one of your very own hens. And if you have multiple chickens laying eggs you could be getting more than you can eat! Which is why...
What’s Wrong With my Baby Chick?
Baby chicks tend to be quite resilient little birds, but from time-to-time, you’ll encounter a few complications in your brooder. And knowing how to prevent or treat these problems will help you raise healthy happy chicks. We’re covering issues from pasty butt,...
How to Candle Chicken Eggs at Home
Have you ever wondered what's going on inside a chicken egg while incubating? Well, wonder no more, because, in this article, we're talking about how to candle chicken eggs. Candling chicken eggs is a fun way to learn about what’s happening inside your little egg....
French Toast Fallout
Sophie misses her grandpa and decides to make his famous french toast with her Dad to feel better. Things don’t go as planned and Sophie finds out that sometimes improvising can have good results too.
Fluff Finder
Kyle creatively problem solves with the help of his chickens. Now, he and Grandma can play I-Spy even if her eyes aren’t as sharp as his.