Many people like the idea of a rapidly growing meat chicken, but think the Cornish X is just a bit too commercialized for their liking. If you’re one of those people, Ranger Broiler may just be your ...
Andalusian Chicken: Heat-Tolerant Egg Layers
Don't be surprised if you've never heard of this breed, Andalusian Chickens are certainly a lesser-known chicken. However, this is a beautiful and productive chicken breed. For those in warmer ...
How to Shear a Sheep the Right Way
Shearing sheep is an essential part of good flock management. If you have sheep, shearing not only helps to maintain clean, sanitary conditions but also prevents summer overheating. Plus, it ...
Appenzeller Spitzhauben Chicken: Captivating Egg Layers
For those that like eye-catching chickens then Appenzeller Spitzhaubens Chickens should definitely fit the bill. This bird has a very 101 Dalmatians theme. Some people call these chickens Cruella De ...
Cornish Cross Chicken: The #1 Meat Producer Breed
If you’ve ever bought a chicken from the grocery store, chances are it was a Cornish Cross. The meat industry is quite fond of this breed for its rapid growth and food to meat conversion. About ...
10 Cost-Cutting Tips for Sheep Farmers
Many people decide to raise sheep with the utopian thought they will be productive, low-cost members of the farm. While this is fairly true, it’s only true to a certain extent. A flock of ...
How to Use the Deep Litter Method in Your Chicken Coop
Most chicken keepers have at least have heard of the deep litter method for taking care of their coop. If you haven't, it's time to get to know this ingenious process. Aside from being an easy way to ...
Can You Raise Pigs and Chickens Together?
Ask anywhere, and you’ll likely get the same response: You can’t raise pigs and chickens together. You might hear it from the farmer down the street who claims that his pig developed a taste ...
How to Raise Black Soldier Fly Larvae for Chicken Treats
Getting your chickens through a cold, snowy winter can be a difficult feat. However, providing plenty of high-fat treats is an excellent way to keep up egg production and to make sure your ...