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Herbal Tea for Chickens

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Herbal tea for chickens is beneficial for your flock’s overall health all year round. But it is especially critical in the spring.

What Bugs Do Chickens Eat?

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Insects are everywhere! Learn which flyers and creepers can keep your chickens happy and which to watch out for.

5 Benefits of Keeping Roosters in a Backyard Flock

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The sound of a rooster as the first light of day hits your property can be a nice reminder that you’re living the rural life, with all of its tradition, charm and satisfaction.

20 Facts About Ducks You May Not Know

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From behaviors to breed characteristics and delicious eggs, ducks continue to capture our hearts as we learn more about them. 

What Are Easter Egger Chickens Versus Ameraucana Chickens?

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Learn the difference between Ameraucanas and Easter Eggers so you know what you're adding to your flock.

When to Move Chicks from the Brooder to the Coop

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Make the Transition to a Coop Easier with These Tips

How to Manage Sticktight Fleas In Your Chicken Flock

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Learn how to prevent and manage sticktight fleas. They are smaller and less mobile than common fleas, but they love chickens and other poultry.

Dog Killing Chickens: How to Handle An Attack

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Make sure to call law enforcement to investigate and document what happened. If the attacks continue, there are various ways you can proceed.

Can You Have a Chicken Allergy to Backyard Chickens?

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When it comes to a chicken allergy—and we're talking the live animal here, not what's for dinner—the two main instigators are a bird's feathers and its droppings.

How to Raise Black Soldier Fly Larvae for Chickens

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How Do You Like The Sound Of Free, Self-Harvesting Chicken Feed? That's Exactly What You Get When You Decide To Raise Black Soldier Flies.

Can You Eat Duck Eggs?

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Learn Why Duck Eggs Can Be a Delicious Addition to Your Kitchen and Grab a Shirred Eggs with Tarragon Recipe

Easy Plans for a DIY Chick Brooder

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Build a Brooder Yourself With These Simple-To-Follow DIY Plans

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