How to Introduce New Chickens to an Existing Flock
Chickens have a strict pecking order, and introducing new birds to an existing flock without a plan almost always leads to bullying,…
Category Poultry & Fowl
Common Poultry Diseases and How to Prevent Them
A healthy poultry flock can quickly become a struggling one if disease takes hold, since birds are kept in close quarters and…
How to Raise Turkeys: A Beginner’s Guide
Raising turkeys is more rewarding, and slightly more involved, than raising chickens. Whether you’re raising them for a holiday meat supply or…
Best Chicken Breeds for Egg Production and Meat
With hundreds of chicken breeds available, choosing the right one for your goals, whether that’s eggs, meat, or both, makes a real…
Egg-Laying Hens 101: Best Breeds and Care Tips for Beginners
Fresh eggs are one of the biggest draws for new backyard poultry keepers, and choosing the right breed along with a few…