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A Few Important Bits & Tips About Keeping Chickens

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There’s a lot to know about chickens, whether you’ve raised them for years or you’re a newbie. Here are a few things to keep in mind about keeping chickens.

Infectious Bronchitis In Chickens: Another Coronavirus

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COVID-19 isn't the only coronavirus illness on chicken-keepers' minds. Learn about avian infectious bronchitis and how to protect poultry against infection.

The Complex Chronicles Of The Cornish Chicken

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Created to fight and famous for its mass commercial contributions, the Cornish chicken gets a bad rap. But this heritage breed can be great for the hobby farmer.

16 Chicken Idioms To Make You Smile

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Online meetings and daily interactions starting to get boring? Drop one of these chicken idioms to add some flair to your conversation!

Keep Your Chicken Flock Safe During A Severe Storm

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Springtime means storm weather for much of the U.S., so stay prepared for severe conditions by preparing your chicken coop and runs.

Video: 6 Tips For Starting Baby Chicks

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This has been a banner year for chicken-keeping. If you're new to raising poultry or just want a refresher, check out these six tips for starting baby chicks.

3 Common Questions About Keeping Poultry

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Asking questions is important for both new and experienced chicken-keepers. Here are three answers to some common poultry questions.

Video: A Flat-Pack Chicken Tractor Keeps Homestead Hens Happy

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There's a chicken boom these days, and you might consider joining the flock. A flat-pack chicken tractor can help you keep them healthy, happy and safe.

The Rainbow Eggs Of South Wildwood Urban Homestead

Animals | Poultry | Urban Farm | Urban Farming |
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Farm founder Stephanie Webb reveals all about how egg color genetics work, as well as why she loves getting rainbow eggs, at her Dallas-based venture.

10 Steps To Spring Clean Your Chicken Coop

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It's warming up out there, which means it's time to spring clean. Scrub up your flock's home, too, with these 10 steps to deep clean your chicken coop.

Go Off-Grid With A Solar-Powered Chicken Coop

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Want to keep chickens while keeping energy costs low? Take your flock off the grid with a DIY solar-powered chicken coop.

Chickens & Compost On Terra Firma Sustainable Farm

Animals | Crops & Gardening | Poultry |
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Alison and Andrew Larkin of Terra Firma Sustainable Farm tell us how chickens can improve your land and oddball eggs can be turned into a poultry treat!

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