and I remember when I first considered raising chickens. I didn’t think about much besides getting fresh eggs and cute little chicks and didn’t consider the work involved in raising them properly. Unlike me back then, if you’re new to the idea, it’s important to grasp what’s involved in this rewarding venture. A well-informed start … Read more
Today, I will discuss a hobby that’s been gaining popularity like wildfire in recent years: backyard chicken keeping. It’s not surprising, given the latest healthy eating and self-sufficiency trends. Eggs have been called the perfect food for their balanced amount of amino acids and nutrients, and they keep for weeks thanks to the natural bloom … Read more
If you have hatched chicks before, you know how vital warmth is to their early development. The right temperature can mean the difference between thriving birds and a scenario you’d rather not face. This is where the Hatchingtime Heater Plate steps into the spotlight. The Heater Plate is designed to mimic the natural warmth of … Read more
Before you pick up a hammer or buy any materials, you need to consider who you’re building for: your chickens. Ensuring their needs are met is just as important as the design itself. Ask yourself how many chickens you have and plan for space accordingly. Remember, each bird needs enough room to live comfortably to … Read more
Your street has never seemed so busy. Cars are whizzing by at ridiculous speeds that don’t match the conditions. One of your chickens is caught in the middle of it, dodging cars as adeptly as John Wick, when all of a sudden …POOF! Phew… You wake up from the nightmare and realize you MUST take … Read more
I remember the first time I saw a chicken egg hatch. It was nothing short of miraculous. A tiny, damp chick emerged from what was once just an egg, a testament to the wonder of life. It seemed like it took forever to wiggle its way out of the shell. Knowing the hatching process … Read more
When discussing the significance of precision in egg scales, there’s more to it than just getting the weight of an omelet ingredient right. Egg scales play a crucial role for farmers and those in the food industry who rely on accurate measurement to grade eggs, determine pricing, and ensure product consistency. An error here can … Read more
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Mites, lice, coccidiosis, Marek’s disease, fungi, mold, bacteria, and on and on, ad infinitum… What do you do about all of these problems? I prioritize creating a safe and hygienic environment for my flock. A clean chicken coop isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s critical for the health of my chickens. Diseases can spread rapidly through … Read more
. This is my second chicken water heater. It will go in my second coop, where this year’s Sex Links hang out. My other heated waterer, which I like very much, is an enclosed plastic Premier 1 heated waterer, which you can look at here if you want to compare the two. I like both … Read more