Many of us have apple trees in our backyard. And making good use of our apples is a great way to get free juice, cider, and apple pies. But some apples have worms or are otherwise not fit for...
Category: Chickens
You may have heard of chickens dying while attacked by a dog or a predator, or perhaps from fireworks. Not by any obvious physical injury, but simply out of fear. Chickens can die of fright as...
Chickens are omnivores and should be given feed that has enough protein, carbohydrates, and vitamins for proper bodily functions and growth. Once you know how properly feed chickens, your feathery...
Did you know that some chickens lay green eggs? In fact, eggs come in many different colors besides white and brown, including green, pink, speckled, and blue eggs. These colorful eggs are no...
One of the most common questions I get from aspiring backyard farmers is this: "Will chickens destroy my garden and make gardening a lot more difficult?" Yes, your chickens will certainly destroy...
You may be enjoying a little rain in your garden and wondering if your chickens would want the same. Chickens can generally be out in the rain, provided they have shelter to retreat to and are not...
