Backyard Fowl Keepers

Sounds like it's just ahead of schedule! Don't open the incubator , lockdown is the right move. Keep listening for peeping and stay patient.

Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace are goldmines for cheap materials. I found chain-link panels and repurposed them for my run. I reinforced the bottom with hardware cloth and added a roof of bird netting. Total cost was minimal compared to buying everything new, and the run has held up for years ...

Chain link with electric reinforcement is worth the extra investment. A well-maintained electric fence can deter predators, but a determined animal might push through, especially during food shortages. I suggest using both for peace of mind.

Ive been keeping backyard chickens for years, but I always struggled with finding the perfect feed to keep them healthy and productive. That all changed when I discovered dried black soldier fly larvae.

The Turning Point
At first, I was skeptical. Could these tiny, dried larvae really make a ...

I have a septic lagoon covered in duckweed, which I know is a great protein source. I've heard the top layer of water in a septic lagoon is relatively clean, but Im unsure if the duckweed is safe to feed to animals. My lagoon only receives overflow from a septic tank, and with just two people in the ...

Heat lamp works but can be risky-brooder plate is a safer, more natural option.