Turkey eggs are larger than chicken eggs, have distinctive speckled shells, and can be used in many of the same recipes. Although turkey meat is closely associated with Thanksgiving, turkey eggs are another useful product from these large poultry birds. They’re less common, but their size, flavor and culinary versatility make them worth exploring. Key […]
Turkeys have many of the same basic needs as chickens which makes adding a small flock a thriftier choice than adding waterfowl or a herd of mammals.
Goats are a natural way to keep weeds under control without the use of herbicides or heavy equipment.
Can chickens eat apples? Yes! Apples are a tasty fruit that backyard chickens can enjoy as an occasional treat. They provide fiber, antioxidants and moisture, and they can also be used to encourage natural foraging behaviors. However, apple seeds should be removed before feeding, and apples should always be cut into manageable pieces to prevent […]
All Chickens Can Develop Frostbite Even if They Are Classified As "Cold Hardy"
Understand Your Chickens' Warm-Blooded Nature and Its Implications
Can Chickens Eat Oatmeal? Yes. It Makes a Wonderful Breakfast for Our Birds and for Us
Let Your Birds Gobble Up Guts and Leftover Bits for a Delicious and Healthy Treat
If Black Chickens Are Your Goal, Remember Their Hefty Price Tag
A poultry scientist is studying ways to use enzymes to improve feed digestibility in broiler chickens to save you money and make better chicken litter.
Will you have extra pumpkins on your property? Consider giving them to sheep, goats, cattle or horses—and check with pumpkin patches for unwanted surpluses.
Autumn care will help your ducks stay comfortable and healthy all season long, and make a smooth transition into the winter months.
