Keeping your flock cool is very important during the hot summer months. Provided are some helpful hints on keeping your birds stress free from the heat.
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…
Raising turkeys is a great idea for fresh meat year round. The flavor is superior to traditionally raised store-bought turkeys. Additionally, you are able to dictate what is in their diet, which gives many peace of mind. History of Turkeys…
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…
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…
