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Cold Antler Farm: Perseverance Plus Chickens Led To Success

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Chickens were the first livestock for this farmer and author who runs a six-acre farm in Jackson, New York, that also includes vegetables, bees and horses.

5 Seasonal Treats That Your Geese Will Love

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Geese need different supplements to their diet depending on the season. These treats will give your flock the nutrition it needs.

Dress Up Yourself, Your Pet Or Your Home With These 8 Chicken-Themed Items

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Bring the chickens inside with this rooster, hen and chic(k) décor we found on the web.

Making Sense Of The Molting Process In Chickens

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Chickens losing feathers as winter approaches is part of a natural cycle. Here's how it works, why it happens, and how you can help your molting flock.

5 Facts You Might Not Know About Silkie Chickens

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A favorite of poultry fanciers and known since ancient times, the distinctive silkie chicken breed has many odd and fascinating traits.

The Many Levels Of Cleaning Chicken Coops

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Whether you view your hens as pets or egg-producing livestock, you’ll need to implement cleaning strategies you administer on varying intervals.

Rooster Spurs: 3 Methods For Removing Them

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Rooster spurs are self-defense tools for birds, but they can become dangerous to hens or to roosters themselves. Here's how to reduce their size.

5 Reasons Why Farmers Should Keep Ducks And Geese

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Pest control, large eggs, hen protection and your own entertainment are among the reasons to add ducks and geese to your farm.

6 Possible Reasons Your Hens Are Not Laying

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Are you finding empty nests in your chicken coop? One of these factors might be contributing to slower laying in your hens.

Protect Your Livestock From Predators With Old-School Methods

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Keep your cattle, pigs, goats, sheep and chickens safe from threats by various predators with these tried-and-tested techniques.

Say “Cheese!” Here Are The Best Recent Photos Submitted By Readers

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We see double in photos of hogs, sheep and calves. Poultry and a big cow tongue round out the best submissions from a recent print issue.

4 Ways You Can Help Your Molting Flock

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This annual occurrence can leave your flock feeling stressed and ill at ease. Help alleviate the discomfort by following these four tips during molting.

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