How to Choose Dairy Sheep for Your FarmMarch 13, 2019
If you love tasty milk as well as incredible homemade cheese and yogurt, consider getting dairy ewes. Here are things to consider before you buy.
Historic Henhouse: What Was Chicken Nutrition Like Before Bagged Feed?February 7, 2019
Books from a century ago advocate feeding chickens modern-day favorites such as greens, grains, hard-boiled eggs and table scraps.
5 Key Aspects of Feeding GoatsJanuary 7, 2019
Goats have complex systems and can be quite finicky eaters. Here are basic things to consider for what, when and how to feed goats.
Historic Henhouse: Would You Take Coop Advice From 100 Years Ago?November 28, 2018
It turns out that a lot what authors advocated in the early 20th century, when many Americans kept backyard chickens, still holds true today.
Incubation History: Century-Old Books Outline Natural & Artificial MethodsSeptember 5, 2018
Incubators were all the rage in the early 20th century, but plenty of advice also existed on incubation and hatching via broodies.
How to Catch a Chicken That Doesn’t Want to Be CaughtAugust 22, 2018
When you need to catch one of your birds that is set on getting away from you, use one of these approaches.
Historical Henhouse: “The Biggle Poultry Book” Is a View Into Chicken-Keeping HistoryMay 28, 2018
The author, famous more than 100 years ago, gave advice on keeping chickens that remains relevant today.
Breeds You Need: Finding the Right Livestock for Small FarmsApril 9, 2018
You don’t have to be a rancher to have a great herd of livestock on your hobby farm. Many terrific breeds are great for small acreage.
Holistic Henhouse: Home Remedies to Help Your ChickensFebruary 21, 2018
Holistic home remedies can prevent problems as well as help minor injuries and treat symptoms, providing a comforting supplement to veterinary care.
Holistic Henhouse: Flower Essences Help Chicken HealthDecember 6, 2017
Flower essences are natural, nontoxic, inexpensive remedies that can help keep chickens healthy and aid with certain ailments.
