Raising chickens is increasing in popularity among both urban, suburban and rural residents. Raising just a couple of backyard hens can provide individuals with a source of... keep reading →
You've probably seen the ads on your favorite chicken website or poultry web page. "The Naked Truth," reads the bold headline. Next to a picture of, well, a naked chicken,... keep reading →
Raising chickens is not as complicated as some might think. Poultry requires few basic necessities, a moderate sized chicken coop or house with a roosting bar and... keep reading →
THE SETUP
Will I save money raising my own chickens for eggs. Is it difficult to do this process, Will I be over run with eggs. Read this writers personal experience with... keep reading →
Chicken Coop Plans, but Why build a chicken coop? There are two basic purposes for the chicken coop. One opinion is that the chicken is perceived to be a hardy durable fowl... keep reading →
Sustainable agriculture guru Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms calls pastured broilers "probably the most golden agricultural opportunity of the foreseeable future," eggs from... keep reading →
I was a veteran chicken catcher, by the time my five chicks flew the coop one-by-one, thanks to both being raised on a ranch, and a certain adult adventure that began on the... keep reading →
We live on less then 10 acres. Lately with all the problems with food, gas and money I have been wondering how we can live off the land or make money from the land. I have... keep reading →