Expert tips and tricks for backyard chicken keeping
Getting started with a small flock of chickens is a wonderful adventure and a lot of fun. However, there are a few things to consider before you begin. Why are you raising them?: Eggs: Fresh, organic eggs are a great benefit. Chickens like Isa Browns can lay around...
Have you seen blue, green, pink or chocolate coloured eggs? Which chickens lay coloured eggs? Each chicken breed has specific genes which affect their eggshell colour. Some say a hen's earlobe colour may be a clue as to the colour of egg that she will lay. Hens with...
Breeding your own chicks is a rewarding experience, and it all starts with selecting the right breeds for your backyard flock. The breeds you choose will affect the quality and quantity of eggs or meat and determine how well your chickens will thrive in your specific...
There are many different types of Chicken feed on the market and it can be quite confusing. Here are the main options to help you decide which feed is best for your chickens. Chick Starter - 0-6 weeks Chick starter is for the first (usually six) weeks of your baby...
➡️ New Chickens Give new chickens a week or so to learn they have a new home before allowing them to roam free. Talking to your chickens when giving them food or a treat is a great idea so they associate humans with good things. Chickens recognise 100+ faces! ➡️ Worms...
I often get questions about chicken nesting boxes—What’s the best nesting material? Which nest boxes work best? And the most common of all: "How do I get my chickens to lay in the nesting box?" Here are our tips to help you make your hens happy and your eggs safe. How...
What Can Chickens Eat? Safe Foods for Chickens Chickens are natural foragers and enjoy a wide variety of foods. Offering healthy treats can provide enrichment and extra nutrients, but treats should only make up a small part of their diet. Some safe foods chickens can...