All domestic chickens need a coop to call home. The coop serves as the resting area and safe haven for the flock when the sun goes down. It is also an important shelter during rain and cold weather. And it is this latter issue that generates plenty of debate among chicken keepers. Some people think […]
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Chickens are interesting creatures, and probably the very best animals you can keep as livestock. Aside from keeping our properties mostly free of bugs they happily give us a daily delivery of the freshest eggs you can possibly get. Chickens are inexpensive, hardy, and easy to handle, so it adds up to a pretty good
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Chickens are pretty adventurous eaters. You might even say they are a little indiscriminate. Chickens eat all kinds of things, from bugs and grass to small mammals and even dirt. So it’s not surprising that some people assert that chickens will also eat their own poop. Yikes, that seems like a bit much, and it
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If you garden, compost can be an ace in the hole. Rich in nutrients that all plants need, it can give your garden and other plantings a serious boost. Compost is also the perfect way to recycle all sorts of kitchen, household, and yard waste into useable, eco-friendly fertilizer. This saves you money while helping
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Chickens usually subsist on a diet that is mostly chicken feed, but these omnivorous birds can eat all sorts of whole foods, including many types of fruits and vegetables. But nonetheless, there are certain kinds of products that chickens should not eat. How about yellow squash? Can chickens have yellow squash? Yes, chickens may safely
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For homesteaders, chickens have a lot to recommend them. They lay lots of eggs, they can provide you with nutritious meat, and compared to many other animals they are far cheaper and easier to keep. What is not to love? Well, for one thing, they create tons of poop. Like, tons and tons of poop,
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Emus are among the most impressive birds in the world. At least, going by sheer size alone! Second only to the ostrich in size, emus are tall and strong, topping out around 6 feet in height. Native to Australia, these flightless birds are resilient and surprisingly popular as livestock, with their eggs, meat, fat, bones,
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Most folks who have a little bit of wilderness lore and experience under their belts know that nature provides us with countless edible plants, berries, mushrooms, nuts, and other foods if only we know where to look and what to pick. Foraging for wild edibles is a great way to get outdoors, enjoy some fresh
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Chickens are often seen as simple creatures, but they are actually quite complex and interesting animals. I’m not just referring to their physiology or social behavior, but also their emotions. Chickens have their own moods and changing attitudes depending on what is going on in their world. Chickens can and will show affection, both to
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Chickens are routinely the target of infestation by mites, fleas, and other tiny, biting parasites. Much of the time these critters will take up residence in the coop and emerge at night to feast on some chickens while they sleep. At first it is an annoyance, but over time they can spell real trouble for
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