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Chickens Articles
How Exactly Do Hens Lay Eggs Without Mating?
Everybody knows that chickens lay eggs. You know that, I know that, absolutely everyone knows…
So, Why Are Chicks Yellow?
I don’t think it is any stretch to say that the most iconic image of…
Is it Painful for My Chickens to Lay Their Eggs?
Most breeds of chicken lay lots of eggs every single year and will do so…
How Long to Raise a Chicken to Eat?
One of the most popular and versatile meats enjoyed around the world is chicken. Fried…
50 Healthy Homemade Treats for Your Chickens
Chicken fanciers love to spoil their feathered friends with delicious and nutritious treats. But what…
27 Adorable White Chicken Breeds to Raise
I’ve raised a LOT of white chickens over the years, and let me tell you,…
Homesteading
10 Reasons You’ll Enjoy Homesteading
Are you trying to figure out if homesteading is right for you? While there’s no…
So, How Much Land Do You Need To Homestead?
As our world changes rapidly, and more people struggle to keep up with its fast-paced…
The Homesteader’s Library: Top 50 Books (Plus 21 Free PDFs)
Whether you are just starting out on your homesteading journey or you have been at…
How to Measure the Depth of a Well
Ever wondered how deep your well is? This is a question that many homeowners ask…
Here’s How Much Land You Need to Be Self-Sufficient
I’ve lost count of how many times I have heard people say, “I dream of…
The 14 Most Effective Non-Electric Washing Machines
If you’re anything like me, your washing machine is probably your favorite appliance in the…
Goats
Can Goats Eat Blueberries? Is It Safe?
Goats need different grasses, hay, leaves, shrubs, and vegetables. They love to browse for interesting…
How to Get Started With Goats
Are you wondering how to get started with goats on your homestead? Well, you’re not…
71 Foods Goats Like to Eat (And 48 They Don’t)
We’ve all heard the saying that goats will eat anything. Only, it simply isn’t true….
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 Nuts? Is it Safe?
Goats typically eat a varied herbivorous diet consisting of all sorts of different plant matter,…
Can Goats Eat Asparagus? Is It Safe?
Goats need a variety of foods to stay healthy and well-nourished. They need a balanced…