Many commercial chicken breeds have been bred for lack of broodiness for decades and have no more desire to sit on a pile of eggs that you or I do. With some of the heritage breeds or the mixed breed layers that are common on family farms or in backyard chicken flocks, however, the level ...
Guinea fowl are fast becoming the guard dog of choice on small farms and ranches. It’s no wonder that folks are searching the internet for guinea fowl hatching eggs for sale. Folks around the world have discovered the benefits of having a flock of guinea fowl. Sales are up in the USA at hatcheries offering ...
Many of those who undertake to raise backyard chickens find that they end up spending more for eggs and meat than they would from the supermarket even if backyard chicken flock start-up costs are not included. Depending upon where you live, however, this need not be the case. Small flock backyard chickens can not only ...
Whether you are a teacher looking for an enthralling science experiment for your classroom, or a parent wishing to show your children the magic of life, or just a hobbyist who wants to have some fun, hatching chickens from chicken eggs is a great experience. It is also relatively easy, thanks to an influx of ...
The number of families raising poultry for meat and eggs is on the rise in the United States. And so are the sales of chicken coops and poultry supplies. Before you start your own flock of poultry, you’ll need a chicken coop. If building a chicken coop is not an option, you can buy one. ...
I’ve compiled some common and effective supplements. You’ll need to rotate on and off supplements generally every 8 – 12 weeks, as your body may not respond as well over time if you don’t switch to a different supplement. After taking herbs for six weeks, I recommend you take off one week to allow your ...
Hatching eggs in an incubator successfully takes a little knowledge and preparation. Eggs need the proper amount of heat, humidity, turning, and a little luck. Before you even get your hatching eggs you need an incubator. A small incubator can be bought at local feed stores, hardware stores, or even online. They can hatch anywhere ...
