Backyard Fowl Keepers

I never expected my flock to control weeds! They keep my garden paths clear by eating young sprouts before they take over.

You can take them if you want a stronger bond with them. The hen will continue raising her remaining chicks without much issue.

Im new to hatching silkies and just had my first chick successfully hatch from my incubatorso exciting! These eggs are from my silkie hens very first clutch, so this whole process has been a learning experience for me.

However, Im starting to get worried about the other two eggs. They both pipped ...

Staggering hatches is the best way to get fresh meat regularly. If you incubate every 2 weeks, you'll always have quail at different growth stages ready for processing.171 Guinea fowl can be late hatchers! I'd give them another day or two before intervening, especially if there's no internal pipping ...

I've been adding BSFL to my chickens' diet, and the results speak for themselves,healthier birds, stronger eggs, and more vibrant feather colors. The high protein content is perfect for molting season, and the natural nutrients mean I rely less on synthetic supplements. Definitely a great choice for ...

I've had success with finely chopped hard-boiled eggs for new chicks. They love it, and it's a great source of protein to support early growth!

If market appeal is a goal, a Black Copper Marans rooster over Whiting True Blue and Olive Egger hens would be a great combo. You'd have dark brown, blue, and olive egg layers,very popular with backyard keepers!

It's great that she's stretching her legs normally. Maybe try placing her on different surfaces like a towel, straw, or a rug to see if she reacts differently.

The general rule of 1 rooster per 10 hens works well, but yes, a rooster can have too many hens to manage effectively. With 20 hens, fertility might drop since he won't be able to mate with all of them regularly.

Raised coops provide better airflow and protection against pests. If you're worried about rodents, I'd go for the raised option. You can always make adjustments for headroom with roost placement.