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Red, White and Blue Chicken Breeds for Patriotic Flocks

Poultry
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You can choose patriotic colors when building a flock. Show your love of America with these five chicken breeds for a mix of red, white and blue birds.

What Chickens Lay White Eggs: 8 Breeds to Know

Breeds | Poultry |
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These Popular Breeds Are Good Layers and Add Interest to Your Egg Basket

How to Clean a Chicken Coop for a Healthier Flock

Chicken Coops & Housing | Poultry |
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Cleaning the Coop Regularly is Essential for the Health of Your Chickens

7 Chicken Coop Bedding Material Options

Poultry
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Customize your Coop's Bedding Materials to Keep your Chickens Healthy & Prevent Eggs from Cracking

How to Keep Mice Away from the Chicken Coop: 7 Methods

Animals | Poultry |
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Use These Strategies to Keep Your Coop Clean and Rodent-Free

Herbs for Ducks: 5 Beneficial Plants

Poultry | Waterfowl |
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Herbs for ducks can play a useful role in supporting flock health, behavior, and overall nutrition. From fresh forage in the garden to dried herbs added to feed or water, many culinary herbs offer vitamins, minerals, and natural compounds that may support digestion, immune function, respiratory health, and stress reduction. Knowing which herbs ducks enjoy—and […]

Egg Yolk Color: What It Means and What Affects It

Poultry
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Think of egg yolk as a fun reminder of where your backyard chickens diet came from, and watch the colors change with the seasons.

Can Chickens Eat Chia Seeds? A Complete Feeding Guide

Chickens 101 | Health & Nutrition | Poultry |
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Can chickens eat chia seeds? Yes, chickens can safely eat chia seeds in moderation. These tiny seeds are packed with protein, calcium, antioxidants, and omega-3 fatty acids that can support flock health and egg production. Here’s what chicken keepers need to know about feeding chia seeds and flax seeds to their birds. Key Takeaways Chickens […]

Feeding Goats: A Beginner’s Guide

Animals | Large Animals |
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Goats are much more finicky eaters than is commonly believed. Follow our goat-diet guide to keep your goats healthy.

What Chickens Lay Pink Eggs: 7 Breeds to Consider

Poultry
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Consider Adding One of these Seven Pink Egg Layers to Your Flock

Can Chickens Eat Cantaloupe Seeds? Safe Seeds for Flocks

Chickens 101 | Health & Nutrition | Poultry |
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Can chickens eat cantaloupe seeds? Yes, chickens can safely eat cantaloupe seeds along with the flesh and rind of the fruit. In fact, cantaloupe is one of the best summertime treats for backyard flocks because it is hydrating, nutritious, and easy for chickens to peck apart. Many chicken keepers also wonder whether other seeds, including […]

Friendly Chickens: 8 Tips for Raising a Tame Flock

Chickens 101 | Health & Nutrition | Poultry |
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Passing along my brooder to another chicken-keeping friend has me feeling a little sentimental.

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