Are you looking to live off the grid or cut down on energy bills? How will you keep your chickens comfortable? Keeping your chickens warm without electricity is totally doable and can even be fun! Here’s how. First, a side note: Chickens acclimate very well as the cold weather comes on. Molting in autumn ensures … Read more
A good chicken coop should provide a safe, comfortable, and healthy environment for your chickens. It needs to be secure from predators like foxes, raccoons, and hawks, using sturdy materials and possibly burying wire mesh around the perimeter. Proper ventilation is crucial to prevent moisture buildup and ammonia from chicken droppings, so include windows or … Read more
When winter winds howl and temperatures drop into the 20s Fahrenheit, it’s comforting to know that your chickens are snug and well-protected in their cozy coop. I want to share ten cozy designs for all of you do-it-yourself people who prefer to know exactly what goes into the construction of your coop and want to … Read more
People are more health conscious these days, or maybe it’s just that a huge portion of society, the baby boomers, are at the age where health is more of a priority than ever.. Whatever the reason, a word that has gained popularity is ‘sustainable’ or ‘sustainability.’ Sustainable practices, living, farming, and eating—a part of this … Read more
Chickens require a reliable source of clean water to thrive. It’s not an overstatement to say that water is the lifeblood of your poultry’s well-being. A consistent water supply doesn’t just quench their thirst; it directly affects their overall health and egg production. Several factors can influence the actual water needs of your flock. For … Read more
I’m often struck by the growing number of people who choose to keep chickens. Is it possible that people are becoming interested in personal sustainability instead of letting grocery stores and vending machines rule their lives? I doubt it, but one can hope. Chicken keeping can be deeply rewarding, offering a unique combination of benefits … Read more
In this post, I’ll discuss waterers and dry feed feeders and why it’s important to provide a feeder that your chickens can access easily and safely to get the nutrition and hydration they need to thrive. When you’re responsible for a flock, you realize quickly that there is a lot more to it than providing … Read more
This is a short post about the purpose of chicken bedding. It’s 100% nonsense-free, and that’s why it’s so short. It’s not just about keeping your chickens comfortable—although that’s certainly a big part of it. Bedding has three main purposes in coop management. It absorbs moisture, reduces odors, and helps manage waste, crucial for … Read more
I want to talk about building a chicken coop today. It’s a basic coop, and the budget part comes into play because you will build the entire coop yourself using some simple plans. There’s no cutting corners here, but about smart planning before you even pick up a hammer. I’ll walk you through the initial … Read more
Raising chickens in the backyard has caught on across the nation. The reasons vary, whether it’s for fresh eggs, organic meat, or the sheer joy of farming. But one thing remains constant: the need for proper housing to keep the flock safe and sound. Several choices are available, but I want to discuss the big … Read more