Discover the best forages to plant for your free-range chickens. Learn how foraging benefits both your chickens' health and the land, enhancing their diets naturally while promoting sustainability.| www.freedomrangerhatchery.com
The gift guide for all things Crazy Chicken Lady. You're sure to find the perfect gift for the chicken lover in your life here!| As For Me and My Homestead
In starting a homestead with chickens, the challenges and uncertainties that can arise may seem overwhelming. From selecting the right chicken breeds to ensuring their health in a homestead environment, becoming a successful chicken keeper requires comprehensive guidance and practical solutions. You’re not alone in these concerns. Many aspiring homesteaders face the daunting task of […]| Freedom Ranger Hatchery
There is a special feeling that comes from hatching chicks yourself. A lot of people hatch eggs that have been laid by their own hens. But this is not always possible. Maybe you do not have a rooster, so your eggs are not fertile. Or, Read More →| Chickens And More
In recent years more and more people have been turning to hatcheries in order to buy chickens online. Not only do online chicken hatcheries give you the ad| Chickens And More
Happy February, Everyone! This month, we are featuring Richard and his flock. Below, Richard shares, in his own words, his love of chickens and his passion for advocating for humane animal treatment. Thank you so much for sharing, Richard! I have always loved chickens. I Read More →| Chickens And More
Welcome to the charming world of quail farming, where feathers meet fascination, and homesteading takes on a whole new meaning. As a homesteader, I found that raising quail is not just a hobby or a potential income source; it’s an adventure that brings joy to Read More →| Chickens And More
If you are new to raising chickens, here are several articles and other information that will be useful to you when planning your flock. Articles Planning to start your flock How many chickens should I get? How much space do chickens need? — An important question to answer when your are planning to build or…| Farmstead Chickens
It’s important to give your chickens plenty of space. Overcrowding can lead to all sorts of problems. Pecking. Aggression. Poor health. Transmission of diseases. Chickens don’t thrive in an overcrowded coop. How much space is enough? A common recommendation you’ll hear is one that is insufficient — 4 square foot per chicken. Not only is…| Farmstead Chickens
A brooder is a space to raise baby chicks. A place that supplies warmth and protection. When baby chicks hatch in an incubator (or when you first purchase them), they need additional heat in order to stay warm. That’s because their bodies are small and because they have only downy feathers. Over the next 4-6…| Farmstead Chickens
Started pullets are female chickens that are at least a few weeks old. Different suppliers sell them at different ages. It’s common to find started pullets anywhere from 4-5 weeks old on up to several months old. If you’re new to raising chickens, started pullets are an excellent way to start your flock, for several…| Farmstead Chickens
It depends on where you are with raising chickens. If you're new to raising chickens .... If you've raised them before, then the way you can ...| Farmstead Chickens