The Barnevelder chickens are lovely birds on the radar of most breeders today. Not only are they gorgeous, but they also have fantastic qualities. They should be on your future to-get list as well. But before you head on out to buy some, let’s look at the Barnevelder chicken: what you need to know! Where …
Raising chicken for fresh, healthy meat is a great privilege. And one of the best meat birds out there are the Cornish Cross chickens. They are all around amazing birds for the small homesteader. But don’t just take our word for it. Keep reading about our Cornish Cross chickens: pros and cons. How Are Cornish …
Mixed flocks are a beautiful sight in any yard. And most owners wonder if their different species of bird could make exciting crosses. Wouldn’t that be a sight to see a chicken crossed with a Guinea fowl? What would you even call them? A Guin-hen, chicken Guinea? No matter what you call them, can Guinea …
Silkie chickens are adorable and can win the hearts of anyone who looks at them. With their unique hair-dos and mild temperaments, you will want to add a few to your flock. They will be the talking focus of every backyard gathering. But they also look so delicate. Do they require any special care? Let’s …
Have you ever had duck eggs? They are larger than a chicken’s and have a delightful flavor that most prefer over chicken eggs. And once you have a duck egg, you will want a small flock of your own. So how do you get started with this task? Let’s learn how to raise ducks in …
If you’ve kept chickens for any amount of time, you might have heard a few myths. Everything from breeding to intelligence to care is always under speculation. One of the most widely spread myths pertains to chicken earlobes. You might have heard of this myth before, or maybe you never noticed your chickens have earlobes. …
Chickens are a joy to have in any backyard. But you might wonder about any other fowl you can keep with them. If you love chickens, the next bird you need is ducks. But can ducks live in the same coop with chickens? Keep reading to find out the answers to all your questions. Can …
Chickens are great to have. But there are other fowl that can do just as much, if not more-for example, the quail. These small birds are sometimes easier and cheaper than a traditional chicken flock. But they do have different needs than chickens. Today we are going to talk about how to raise quail in …
Guinea fowl are becoming increasingly popular with chicken owners. They provide an excellent alarm system for your flock. And they do so much to clean up the yard of pests. Some might even raise Guinea fowl for their delicious meat. But you might wonder what their eggs are like. Stay tuned to find out what …
When you buy chickens, there are so many terms thrown around. Most people like to begin their flocks with chicks. There are plenty of benefits of going this route, but it’s not for everyone. You might have also seen terms like pullet or started pullet on a breeder website. What does this mean? And how …