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Cold Antler Farm: Perseverance Plus Chickens Led To Success

Animals | Poultry |
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Chickens were the first livestock for this farmer and author who runs a six-acre farm in Jackson, New York, that also includes vegetables, bees and horses.

Royal Jelly: Beauty Product Or Food For Baby Queen Bees?

Beekeeping
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This coveted yet controversial honeybee product is what queens are made of. Here are facts about royal jelly and its responsible harvest methods.

5 Seasonal Treats That Your Geese Will Love

Animals | Poultry |
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Geese need different supplements to their diet depending on the season. These treats will give your flock the nutrition it needs.

Dress Up Yourself, Your Pet Or Your Home With These 8 Chicken-Themed Items

Animals | Poultry |
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Bring the chickens inside with this rooster, hen and chic(k) décor we found on the web.

Preserving With Honey: “Put Up” Food Without Processed, Cane Sugar

Beekeeping | Homesteading |
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Use honey as a sugar substitute to can and preserve summer's finest fruits.

When Planning For Piglets, Timing Is Crucial

Animals | Large Animals |
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Piglets born in cold weather don't fare well. The solution? Don't let sows give birth in cold weather. Here's how to time it.

Making Sense Of The Molting Process In Chickens

Animals | Poultry |
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Chickens losing feathers as winter approaches is part of a natural cycle. Here's how it works, why it happens, and how you can help your molting flock.

5 Facts You Might Not Know About Silkie Chickens

Animals | Poultry |
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A favorite of poultry fanciers and known since ancient times, the distinctive silkie chicken breed has many odd and fascinating traits.

The Many Levels Of Cleaning Chicken Coops

Animals | Poultry |
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Whether you view your hens as pets or egg-producing livestock, you’ll need to implement cleaning strategies you administer on varying intervals.

Get Crafty With These 3 Winter Wax Ideas

Beekeeping | Homesteading |
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Beekeepers, make winter and the holiday season sweeter with these items made from surplus wax, including candles, lip balm and soap.

4 Ways To Promote Good Rumen Health In Goats

Animals | Large Animals |
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Good rumen health involves proper feed, various supplements and, if those don't work, one rather unpleasant measure. Here's what we know.

Farming Pigs: A Guide From Birth To The Farmers Market

Animals | Farm Management | Large Animals |
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These tips based on personal experience with pigs covers raising piglets on the first day all the way to opening day at the farmers market.

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