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Do you dream of vegetable gardens even though you live in the city? Here's the good news: you can successfully homestead in urban areas and get many benefits. From chickens and compost to ducks and honey bees, our latest blog post explores 7 ways to start an urban homestead.Read now
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How much yard space do pet ducks need?
Dreaming of ducks? Before adding these comical birds to your hobby farm, be sure you have the proper space all set up! They need more room than a place to sleep at night. Learn what you need to know in our latest blog.Read now -
Ducks vs. Chickens - What's a better fit for my homestead?
Everybody loves chickens, but ducks are incredibly cool too. Both have their pros and cons, so how can you choose the best fit for your homestead or hobby farm? We'll explore lots of considerations in this new blog post and help you navigate the ducks vs. chickens debate.Read now -
What is the Life Cycle of a Chicken?
Read nowLiving creatures grow and change throughout their lives. While some animal life cycles are more dramatic than others (looking at you, frogs and butterflies!), chickens undergo some major changes over time. If you're a new chicken keeper, it's important to...
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9 Types of Chicken Feed Explained
Domesticated animals depend on their owners for many basic needs: shelter, warmth, protection from predators, water, and of course, food. In order to stay healthy and productive, chickens require a diet that properly balances several essential nutrients.
This is partly because they have been selectively bred over the centuries for egg and meat production.1 This diet requires a fairly involved process of blending various grains and other ingredients. While you could literally make your own chicken feed from “scratch" (pun intended), this can be challenging. Many chicken owners prefer to use a commercially produced feed designed to provide a healthy and well-rounded diet for their flock. This is known as a “complete" feed, and there are several different variations available.
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Why Did My Chicken Lay an Egg Without a Shell?
If you've been keeping chickens for a while, then going out to the coop and retrieving eggs from the nest boxes is routine—until you pick up an egg that isn't hard. Looking closely, you realize this egg appears not to have a shell. Surprise! Your chicken really did lay an egg without a shell. You may worry that something is wrong with your hen, or that you've done something wrong in caring for her. Don't panic! It might not be a big problem; let's take a look at what is happening.Read now