If you’ve been paying attention to homesteading magazines and farming websites lately, you may have noticed the term “chicken tractor” a time or two – or twelve! But what exactly is a chicken tractor – and why do you need one? If you raise chickens, using a chicken tractor is one of the best things …
If you’re thinking about raising sheep, it’s only natural that you’ll begin to wonder about the ins and outs of breeding and the lambing process. We all know there’s a gestation period for pregnant women, but what about sheep? What’s the gestation period for sheep? Sheep gestate for around 147 days on average. The amount …
There are many things to consider when deciding if raising rabbits is the right choice for you, and where to house them is one of the most important factors. Here are some tips on how to raise rabbits outside successfully. Benefits of Raising Rabbits Outdoors Some people believe that rabbits should only be kept indoors, …
Not all blackberries are the same. Pick the wrong one, and you’ll scramble for years trying to figure out what’s wrong. Is it the soil? Is it sunlight? Well, it may very well be the type of blackberry you planted! Fortunately, there are all kinds of blackberry varieties to choose from, so if you’re thinking …
Every year, my husband and I have a mental battle with ourselves (and each other!) about whether we will add new animals to the farm. Usually, we both give in – we add something new! It’s hard to resist the allure of new baby animals, particularly if it’s a new species you’ve never raised before. …
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The chicken tractor is a wooden or PVC enclosure that is meant to serve as a mobile chicken coop. It is the ultimate solution to providing your flock with the fresh air, exercise, and quality pasture they need. Despite the benefits, however, they do have limitations – particularly in regards to how many birds they …
If you’re familiar with hatching chicken eggs, you may want to continue your journey on to trying to hatch your own duck eggs, too. Hatching your own duck eggs is easy, particularly if you have experience incubating other kinds of poultry. However, that’s not to say that it’s totally without effort. I like incubating duck …
You probably already know that things like potatoes, carrots, and beets are edible – but the list doesn’t end there. This list of 30 common root vegetables that are edible will have you rethinking everything you know about what’s going on underground. After all, it’s not just the leaves and fruits of plants that are …
Yellow plum jam – it’s sweet, it’s tangy, and it tastes great on a warm slice of fresh sourdough bread (or straight out of the jar). And if you want to know how to make your own, you’ve come to the right place! In this article, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know …
If you are raising chickens, there is a good chance that you are doing so to enjoy their delicious, nutritious eggs. The average chicken will lay about one egg every other day, although this varies significantly by breed, disposition, climate, and other factors. If you’re curious about how to get your chickens to lay more …
