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Caring for Chickens in Hot Weather
Meet Parcha (means “passion flower or fruit”) a new addition to the homestead menagerie. We got a call from a distraught family wanting to place…
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POULTRY HEALTH: WINTER WONDER GRASS
Wheatgrass is not just for people; it’s enjoyed by chickens and ducks on our homestead, especially in winter when our…
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POULTRY HEALTH: EGG SHELLS
Now that our new batch of chickens are old enough to lay (yeah!) we now not only get fresh eggs…
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MIRACLE RECOVERY
Our chicken that had a brief bout with coccidiosis is doing better (thank, God… that was close!). I’ve…
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LAY AN EGG
Homesteading keeps you on your toes especially when you have live animals you need to care for. This is particularly important when…
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A CLOSE CALL
Our fourth batch of chicks (in 12 years) was introduced to the older hens this month. Once again,…
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NEW ADDITION
Lately, the homestead has become a beacon for “home-seeking” animals. Recently, this lovely young (Barred Rock) hen joined…
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MORE BABY CHICKS
Still catching y’all up on homestead happenings. How’s everyone’s summer shaping up? Hope there’s a lot of learning and fun…
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INTRODUCING NEW CHICKENS TO THE OLD FLOCK
This week the new chicks, now two months old, joined their fine furry and feathered companions in the main animal…
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ALL "GROWED" UP… ALMOST
The spring chicks growing bigger and lovelier by the day. By giving them personal interaction daily, they are very comfortable…
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