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Summertime Chicken Checklist: 11 Tips To Beat the Heat

Poultry
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Summer tips for backyard chickens to help you give your flock the best care possible.

Do Bees Need Water? Yes—Here’s How to Give It to Them

Beekeeping
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Keep your hives healthy with safe, simple watering solutions for bees.

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

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

Orpington Chicken: Get to Know This Popular Breed

Poultry
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A breed dating back to 1800s England, the Orpington is a hardy, friendly breed of chicken that adapts well to a variety of conditions.

Toxic Foods for Chickens: 4 Summer Treats to Avoid

Poultry
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When in doubt, stick to fresh produce and chicken-safe snacks, and always monitor your flock after introducing something new.

Egg-Eating Hens: 6 Ways to ID & Stop the Behavior

Poultry
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Identifying the culprit is only the first step to stop egg eating hens. Some say cull the bird, but here's a different approach.

Queen Excluders: What They Are and Should You Use One?

Beekeeping
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Learn the pros and cons of using queen excluders for better hive management.

Cayuga Duck: An American Breed for Eggs & Meat

Waterfowl
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Cayuga Ducks are prolific, unique egg layers, known for their flavorful meat and beautiful feathering.

Duck Breeds: 17 Domestic Varieties Recognized by the APA

Waterfowl
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These Domestic Duck Breeds Can Be Raised for Profit, Pleasure or Both

Average Lifespan of a Duck by Breed

Waterfowl
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The average lifespan of a duck varies widely depending on breed, care, and environment.

10 Most Expensive Chicken Breeds in the U.S.

Poultry
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From Really Expensive to More Manageable, These Birds Top Many Must-Have Lists

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