Chickens

If you keep chickens, you know that every day is an adventure. Much of the time, like many things, it is the boys at the center of the mischief. Do you have a rooster in your flock that just can’t seem to get along with the others? Do you have multiple roosters that are causing […]

There is a lot of debate surrounding whether or not chickens can actually fly. Some people swear that they have seen them take flight, true flight over long distances, while others are adamant that this is simply not possible, and chickens are only capable of fluttering glides over short distances. So, what is the truth?

Out of all the various animals that you might raise as livestock or just as companions, chickens are probably the most appealing. With so many varied breeds, a low bar to entry, and plenty of personalities, it is no wonder that chickens are extremely appealing to farmers and to backyard keepers alike. However, some chicken

Homesteaders, like everyone else, enjoy having pets – after all, they need cuddle therapy too occasionally. Of course, you’ll have to take certain precautions around your pets and keep them away from your livestock. While they’re a popular choice of pet, cats will sometimes go after birds. This can pose a serious problem for chicken

Small eggs can be a frustrating mystery for backyard chicken keepers. Why is my chicken laying small eggs? What’s causing this, and how can I fix it? When you finally get your chicken coop set up and your hens start laying eggs, it’s a real feeling of accomplishment. After all, you’ve provided them with the

Chickens are thought to be hardy and easy to care for, and much of the time they are, at least compared to mammals. However, some chicken owners might not consider that their feathered friends can fall victim to a number of parasites, the same as larger livestock. You’ll rarely hear of this discussion among prospective

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

Chickens are wonderful. They provide us with plenty of eggs, useful fertilizer and, of course, we eat them for food. But plenty of other creatures also love to eat chickens, with hawks being one of the biggest threats to backyard and barnyard chickens alike. If you’ve got a flock of chickens, you’ll want to do

When I was very little, we had chickens and, of course, chicken coops. While I may not remember much about that part of my childhood, I do remember going to the coop to gather eggs. Unfortunately, and this is common for all farmers, we also had flies on the property. Now, flies can be either

Originating in America in 1910, professor ‘Red’ Richardson with input from local farmers and the New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station began the process of creating the New Hampshire hen. This was in response to poultry breeders desire for hens that are fast feathering and chickens that grew and matured quicker than the Rhode Island Red