There is a huge difference between fresh eggs and store-bought eggs. The first thing I noticed was the color of the yolk. Even “cage-free eggs” purchased at the store do not have the same color yolk as our girl’s eggs.…
Broody is defined by Merriam-Webster as being in a state of readiness to brood eggs that is characterize by cessation of laying and by marked changes in behavior and physiology. When a hen goes broody, her body and hormones are…
So, you’ve decided to get baby chicks. Where do you start? What do you need? If you are in the city limits, check your local ordinances. Some cities, like ours, do not allow roosters. Your local feed store or Tractor…
Having fresh eggs is great! Not only do they taste better but they are generally more nutritious. Store-bought eggs can be a month old when sold, but don’t worry, they are safe to eat. The eggs and the facility go…
It’s the end of January and even though I budgeted for the Holidays, this month has been tight. There’s always unexpected expenses or extra gifts to purchase. If you haven’t already, evaluate what was spent and plan for next year.…
Thinking about getting chickens? Chick days are right around the corner. Did you know there are chickens bred for meat only, egg laying, and then there are dual purpose chickens? I had no idea before owning backyard chickens. Meat birds…
For the most part, chickens are pretty easy to take care of. Chickens are flock animals and will stick together during the day not requiring much interaction. They do better when you have several so, I’d recommend at least three.…
Protecting our chickens from predators is a major concern we face. Quickly, I started researching about the common predators of backyard chickens. Since we let them free range unsupervised during the day, I tend to worry. However, we truly believe…