What is a Heritage Breed Chicken and why should I raise them?
There are many reasons to own chickens. Some people pick chickens that are great layers. Some pick based on egg shell color. Some choose based on personality. Some people pick the chickens they raise based on the fact that they…
A Note About Chick Handling and Salmonella
With the rise in popularity of backyard poultry, the Centers for Disease Control is seeing a rise in reports of salmonella. Salmonella can cause diarrhea, vomiting, fever, or abdominal cramping in humans. The illness can range from mild to life…
Chick care through 4 weeks of age
Your chicks are growing by leaps and bounds! You have been diligently feeding them chick starter everyday, changing out their water, remembering to add vitamins. You started off at 95 degrees, but are reducing that temperature by 5 degrees each…
I’ve Placed My Chick Order… Now What?!
Congratulations! You will soon be the proud owner of your very own chickens! But how do you get ready to be a keeper of chickens? Within a few days of placing your order, you should receive an email with your…
What’s the Difference between Production Reds and Sex-Linked Hybrids
What’s the Difference between Production Reds and Sex-Linked Hybrids? The Production Reds are a true breed derived from Rhode Island Reds and the New Hampshire Reds. What this means is if you have a flock of Production Reds, they will…
