4 Reasons to Raise Chicks & Ducklings SeparatelyAugust 22, 2018
Chicks and ducklings are adorable together, but they pose dangers to one another until they’re older. See why it’s best to raise them separately.
Right & Wrong Ways to Store EggsAugust 15, 2018
Regardless of whether they are farm-fresh or store-bought, there are right and wrong ways to store eggs. Here are some basic tips.
4 Store-Bought Treats Your Flock Will LoveAugust 8, 2018
Leftovers have their limit before they affect chicken health, so for supplemental treats, try products with names such as Crackleberry, Fly Fiesta and Grubblies.
Help! My Chicken Ate Something TerribleAugust 1, 2018
Rocks, cigarette butts, small mammals—chickens eat some alarming things. As it turns out, most of them are not cause for concern.
When Your Chickens Hurt You: Dealing With Poultry InjuriesJuly 25, 2018
One of my roosters recently sank his spurs into me. Here’s what to do if you suffer such injuries—and also how to prevent them.
Hatching Chicks the Old-Fashioned WayJuly 18, 2018
Hatching eggs with an incubator is pretty easy. But with a broody hen, you can experience one of nature’s exciting life cycles.
Use a Trap to Protect Your Chickens From RaccoonsJuly 11, 2018
Raccoons are common poultry predators. Here are tips on how to trap and handle these masked bandits eager to get at your flock.
Egg Gadgets: I Test My 5 Newest AcquisitionsJuly 4, 2018
A poacher, a peeler, a ring, a slide—I see how five new egg-related products perform when it comes to cooking, storing and preparation.
The Smell of Success: Control Coop Odor in Heat & HumidityJune 27, 2018
A heatwave mixed with rain made our henhouses reek, which motivated me to test various treatments to control coop odor. See which won.
Protect Your Cold-Hardy Chickens From Summer HeatJune 20, 2018
Some chicken breeds are better suited for hot or cold weather. Follow these tips to also protect birds built for high temperatures during the year’s colder months.
