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Should You Bring Chickens In For The Winter?

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Certain chickens are less capable of dealing with cold winter weather than others. Here are four situations that call for extra protection.

How Grass Farming Promotes Your Own Health

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Grass is good for our animals Their diet is critically linked to our own in addition to those of our family members.

Use Firewood as Winter Comfort Food for Your Chickens

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Provide your flock with a natural protein block and form of activity via firewood. It can help them thrive during cold-weather months.

Should You Get a Rooster? Here Are Pros & Cons

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Are you considering whether to add a rooster to your flock of hens? Weighing these factors will help you make the decision that's right for you.

Turkey Power Fuels Prose and Cons Poultry Farm

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This poultry paradise is becoming a social media hit thanks to a one-eyed turkey named Stew and a flock guardian called RJ. We speak with a farm founder.

Let Your Chickens Help Winterize Your Garden

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Chickens devour most any plant life, which is usually not good for growing. But setting them loose in your fall garden can help you winterize it.

Say Cheese! For Recent Reader Livestock Photos

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This round of "Say Cheese" contenders includes a horse nuzzling a cat, marching ducklings, a cow shielding a calf, two goats and a chicken.

20 Real-Life Funny Chicken Stories

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Life with chickens is far from dull—in fact, it can be downright hilarious. Find out how by reading these real-life funny chicken stories.

5 Ways You Can Help Your Aging Chickens

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Help your aging chickens enjoy the golden years of their life by following these five suggestions for modifying their care.

Silkie Chicks in Tutus? Welcome to the Happy Hen Haven

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This Iowa-based hobby farm hosts more than 50 chickens—and its Instagram page features adorable Silkie chickens and chicks ... some wearing tutus.

How To Provide Good Care For Chickens As You Get Older

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Many aspects of chicken-keeping become more difficult as we age. Follow these steps to ensure that care for your flock remains robust.

Pumpkins, Squash & Gourds: A Healthy, Natural Dewormer

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Keep these fall decor items and give them to your flock. They can help combat boredom and promote chicken health year-round.

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