I can tell you from experience that not all fowl pox in your flock is as foul as it sounds. Yes - it’s frightening to see your pretty poultry marred with ugly scabs. It’s also hard to see them seem ...
What Are Vegetarian-Fed Chickens and What’s the Deal with Them?
Every time I walk into the grocery store (which, thankfully, isn’t all that often), I find myself increasingly frustrated with the way that food producers choose to market their products. There are ...
What to Consider When Raising Sheep and Chickens Together
In almost all of the time that I have raised sheep on my farm, I have raised them side-by-side with chickens. It might look a little odd to see sheep grazing out among the chickens, and vice versa, ...
74 Chicken Farming Statistics You Need to Know
In this page, you'll find curated and vetted list of chicken farming statistics from around the world. We categorized the statistics into general chicken farming, meat production, meat consumption egg ...
A Comprehensive Guide to Starting a Chicken-Selling Business
Are you considering starting up your own chicken selling business? There’s a lot to consider when it comes to any endeavor, so it’s an excellent idea to consider all the different angles and ...
How to Keep Your Chickens Cool in Hot Days and Ensure Their Good Health
I am not too proud to admit that I am a big wimp when it comes to the heat. As soon as temperatures rise above 70°, I try to stay inside as much as possible, ideally in front of a fan or air ...
All You Need to Know About Creating Chicken Dust Bath
“Savannah! The chickens are dying! Like a lot of them!” Oh no! My heart starts pounding and I race out to the chicken run only to find half my flock joyously dust bathing. This was a mistake my ...
Glossary of Chicken Terminology
In the chicken world, you may often find yourself reading an article or talking to a chicken keeper and realize you have absolutely no idea what they are talking about. Of course, this scenario ...
What is Medicated Chick Starter – Do My Chicks Actually Need It?
If you’re new to raising chicks and chickens, all the lingo and terminology out there might be confusing. From layer feed to broiler ration, mash to pellet, it can be tough to figure out what to ...