13 Farm Superstitions for Friday the 13th
September 13, 2019“Superstition is foolish, childish, primitive and irrational—but how much does it cost you to knock on wood?” —Judith Viorst
Egg Eating Hens: Here’s How to Deal With Them
September 13, 2019Identifying the culprit is only the first step in stopping the conduct of egg eating hens. Some say cull the bird, but I’m trying a different approach.
We Started With 7 Chickens — Now We Have 100
September 11, 2019We started with a small flock in a small coop, but our family’s love of chickens led us to build a grand palace for our growing assortment.
The Avian Veterinarian: Find a Doc for Your Flock
September 11, 2019Pre-emptively protect your chickens’ health by establishing contact with an avian veterinarian before the need arises. Here’s how to find one.
A Passion for Pigs Drives This Farmer & Businesswoman
September 9, 2019April Prusia raises heritage breed pigs and hope at Dorothy’s Range in Wisconsin. She also hosts tours, farm-to-table dinners and farmstays.
How Do Taste & Smell Affect Farm Animal Behavior?
September 9, 2019Ever wonder what your cow, sheep or horse can smell or taste? They might sense more than you thought, and you can use that knowledge to help them.
Molting: Know Its Causes & Help Your Flock
September 4, 2019Molting is a fact of life with chickens. Learn what happens — and how to help your birds — when the feathers start to fly.
Ag in the Classroom: 3 Ways to Help Local Schools
September 4, 2019Many school district budgets don’t cover agricultural education. As a chicken-keeper or farmer, you can give elementary school students a start.
Want to Raise Pigs? Here’s What You’ll Need
September 2, 2019Are you considering adding pigs but you’re not sure where to start? Here are basic pointers to get your farm and yourself hog-ready.
Shutterclucks: Our Editors Choose Readers’ Best Chicken Photos
August 28, 2019Chickens editors asked for photos, and readers responded. This round has what looks like a school portrait, hens in golden twilight and a real statesman of a white rooster.
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