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Chickens Articles
10 Quick Facts About Lavender Orpington Chickens
When it comes to chickens, there is no shortage of breeds to choose from. Every…
These 10 Chicken Breeds Lay Blue Eggs
If you’ve seen one chicken egg you’ve seen them all, right? White or brown, that’s…
So Why’s My Chicken Laying Small Eggs? 6 Reasons Why
Small eggs can be a frustrating mystery for backyard chicken keepers. Why is my chicken…
What is a Bantam Chicken?
Chickens come in all sizes and colors, with personalities and temperaments to match. There are…
Can You Eat Egg Laying Chickens?
Chickens are one of the most popular kinds of livestock the world over for good…
Clipping Chicken Wings – How And Why You Should
Having a backyard flock of chickens means you get fresh eggs. They require little care;…
Homesteading
Where is Feeding Mealworms to Chickens Illegal?
When it comes to feeding our chickens, insects make some of the best food around…
How To Hold a Clothing Swap
Are you looking for a way to get rid of some of your old clothes…
How Many Acres Is Considered a Ranch?
When you think of the word ranch what do you think of? Is it just…
50 Pioneer Skills for the Modern Homesteader
With the introduction of the Homestead Act of 1862, previously unsettled land in the western…
Exactly How Many Gallons Are There in a 24 Pack of Water?
If you are anything like me, you appreciate a good bargain. However, it’s not only…
How To Travel With Eggs Without Breaking Any
Picture this – it’s the holidays, and you’re headed home to visit your friends and…
Goats
Nigerian Dwarf Goats: How to Raise Them on the Homestead
All livestock species have advantages and disadvantages for homesteaders. Looking at goats, they tend to…
Can Goats Eat Popcorn? Is it Safe?
Goats can eat a wide variety of foods, including quite a few foods that people…
Alpine Goats – Your Basic Care Guide
In many ways, goats can be ideal livestock. They aren’t too big, are surprisingly productive,…
Can Goats Eat Corn? Is It Safe?
Goats love to browse for their food, and this is very important to their overall…
Can Goats Eat Broccoli? Is it Safe?
If you haven’t spent much time around goats, you probably think they eat absolutely anything…
Why Do Goats Wear Bells?
Have you ever wondered why goats wear bells? Is it just for decoration? You never…