Understand How to Score Your Flock's Feathers to Determine Overall Health
Broodiness, parasites and roosters, along with molting, can cause feather loss in hens. Learn how to identify the cause and take appropriate action.
Providing your flock with good nutrition and plenty of hydration can help lessen the chances of heat stress and other heat-related illnesses during the final days of summer.
Can chickens eat bell peppers? Yes! Chickens can safely eat red, orange, yellow and green bell peppers, and many chickens seem to prefer the sweeter taste of the red, orange and yellow varieties. Learn how to safely feed bell peppers to your flock, including which parts of the pepper chickens can eat, how much to […]
Provide These Herbs to Help Your Chickens Feel Better When the Feathers Are Flying
The Wyandotte is a hardy dual-purpose bird with loose, fluffy feathering that lends to its round shape.
Mark your calendar—you’ve got some chicken chores to do!
The dry heat of the southwestern U.S. poses unique challenges for backyard chicken keepers—but not anything you can’t overcome.
Introduce your kids to the joys of chicken keeping with one of these beginner-friendly breeds.
Fair season is approaching, and whether you’re planning to exhibit livestock, poultry, produce, flowers or handmade projects, a little preparation can make the experience more enjoyable. Whether you’re headed to a county fair or working toward a state fair, this checklist highlights important tasks to tackle before the big day. Key Takeaways Preparing for the […]
Dutch Bantam hens will lay small eggs in spring, summer and fall and will become broody in winter. Nowadays, the breed is used mainly for exhibition.
How important is fresh water to chickens? Very, in fact, as hydration is key to egg production, healthy body functions and even poultry life itself.
