What is Molting? How to Tend to Your Fowl During this Seasonal Process
Molting is a hormonal process in shedding old feathers and making way for new growth. This process is different depending on each species of bird
Raising Cornish Cross Chickens for Meat
Raising Cornish Cross Chickens for meat. A helpful guide to get you started on the right path.
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…
