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What to Feed Older Backyard Chickens: A Senior Hen Nutrition Guide
Do you have a senior hen? Many backyard chickens remain active and healthy well beyond their peak laying years. While hens often begin laying fewer eggs as they grow older, many continue to produce eggs and enjoy active lives for...
Read more ...Winter Treats for Chickens: 5 Fun Ideas and Recommendations
Have you ever considered special Winter Treats for Chickens? While most of us look forward to grandma’s famous roast, our chickens look forward to getting their holiday treats. Today, we are going to talk about some fun and easy presents that...
Read more ...Should I Change Chicken Feeds in the Winter?
It is perfectly natural for your laying hens to significantly decrease or completely stop laying eggs in the winter. Since these birds are not producing, you may wonder if you need to switch feeds during this time. In this article,...
Read more ...Molting Chickens Guide: Why Do Chickens Molt?
Why do chickens molt? Ahhh!!! The fall season is a favorite for most of us - the cooler weather, the changing leaves, the yummy food. The fall season is a signal for us to enjoy the weather and prepare for...
Read more ...Raising Ducks vs Chickens in Your Backyard Flock
What’s the difference between raising ducks and chickens? They’re both poultry, lay eggs, and have beaks, wings, and feathers, so what's the difference? Differences and Commonalities of Ducks and Chickens Eggs Both ducks and chickens are excellent egg layers; however, the...
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