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Avoid Common Mistakes With Your Backyard Chickens

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There are some common mistakes people make with their first-time flocks, so get things right to get the most out of your backyard chickens.

Getting Started: 4 Guidelines For Packing Eggs To Sell

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You want to sell your eggs, but do customers want to buy them? From shape to size to color and shell quality, here are four considerations to keep in mind.

Keep These Things In Mind When Buying Spring Chicks

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There are different ways to order spring chicks, not to mention a plethora of breeds. Here's some advice for starting out from experienced chicken-keepers.

Getting Started: Legal Outlooks On Egg Sales

Poultry
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When your flock produces more than you can eat or give away, it might be time to look into egg sales. Just make sure you're following local laws.

Dual-Purpose Chicken Breeds Bring Flexibility To The Coop

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Dual-purpose chicken breeds are great for both laying eggs and providing meat for the dinner table. Here are some of the most popular breeds.

Getting Started: When Pullets Reach Point Of Lay

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When your hens reach point of lay, you may encounter some unexpected eggs or behaviors. But don't worry—here's what can happen and what you should do.

Black Copper Marans & Purple Speckled Eggs Abound At May Blooms Acreage

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May Blooms Acreage founder Vanessa Takmazian tells us how she's fulfilled her lifelong farming dreams at the British Columbia-based organic venture.

Getting Started: Chick Issues & What To Do

Poultry
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There are a few common chick issues you may encounter while brooding your babies, so keep an eye out for these conditions and be ready to act!

20 Chicken Breeds To Consider In 2021

Animals | Breeds | Poultry |
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Looking for a new chicken breed to try out in the coop this year? We rounded up 20 of the best breeds to add to your flock in 2021!

Grow Your Own Livestock Feed With These Garden Crops!

Animals | Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Farm Management | Large Animals | Poultry | Waterfowl |
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Raising livestock is satisfying, but the feed bill can be jarring, so use your garden space to grow these powerful crops and save some green.

What To Look For When Bringing Home Baby Chicks

Animals | Poultry |
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Whether you're buying baby chicks from a farm store or a hatchery, or you're brooding your own, look for these signs to spot health troubles in your birds.

Getting Started: Common Chicken Questions

Poultry
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When you get your first baby chicks, you probably have a lot of questions. You're not alone. Here are three common questions asked by chicken-keepers.

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