If you’re a backyard chicken enthusiast and looking for a no-fuss, no-nonsense, no-frills chicken, the Delaware chicken might be just what you are looking for! These are simple but attractive-looking birds that are easy to care for and great for both eggs and meat production.
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Diatomaceous earth (DE) is a popular natural, non-toxic substance to reduce parasite load on chickens. Chicken owners who use DE in coops also report that chickens lay larger eggs with more yolk. Sometimes referred to as “d earth,” this white powder kills bugs, mites, lice, and fleas without poison.
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Has your supply of fresh eggs from your backyard flock of hens dwindled?
Broodiness may be the culprit – and there are plenty of reasons why you should “break” a broody hen.
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Handling chickens is an important part of being a backyard chicken enthusiast. It’s very important to understand how to pick up and handle your chickens safely, both for the benefit of the bird and for yourself.
First and foremost, you need to know how to handle baby chicks.
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Just as humans and our furry family members can struggle in hot, humid weather, so too are chickens affected by the heat. Summer can be unrelenting and the hot, steamy conditions often don’t completely pass until mid Autumn – and they can arise again by early Spring.
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Owning backyard chickens has certain human responsibilities – while they are a relatively low-maintenance “pet”, they don’t entirely look after themselves. One thing you must understand and be aware of is the potential for your birds to experience mites – and knowing how to identify, treat, and, better still, prevent the problem is very important.
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Maintaining optimal health and wellness in your chickens plays a huge part in how well your backyard flock will serve you.
The quality of the feed you provide for your hens is intrinsic to their well being.
Read moreYour Chickens maybe losing there feathers as a result of molting. There are certain times when your backyard chickens might need a little extra tender loving care. One of these is during their molt – and while it may be concerning the first time you witness it, it’s a natural process. You just need to know what to expect and understand how to support your hens (and rooster!) until they get back to their fully feathered, beautiful, and comfortable selves.
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Do you want a backyard chicken that has a sweet nature, can get along with its flock mates as well as its human family, and is BIG? The Jersey Chicken might be the right match for you!
Jersey Chickens are known as Jersey Giants. They are the largest purebred chicken in the USA and arguably worldwide – the “Great Dane” of the chicken world.
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Sometimes you may have fertile Chicken eggs that are waiting till you have enough to incubate. Whether you wish to incubate eggs artificially in an incubator or intend to place them under a broody chicken, you can store them for a certain period before doing so. But, storing them correctly will be the difference between having a good hatching rate and not hatching out any chickens.
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