I would say that most homesteader’s first animal would be chicks! If you don’t know why you need chickens then read here! Chickens are super easy to care for and are are pretty low maintenance. Besides cats and dogs these would be the first animal that I would recommend to any new homesteader. When weContinue reading “How to prepare for getting baby chicks”
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The pros and cons of free-ranging chickens
If you are thinking of free-ranging your chickens it is important to know the pros and cons. So I will be sharing the pros and cons that I have found from free-ranging my chickens. Cons: Now that we have talked about the cons let’s talk about the pros. Pros: If you have any other prosContinue reading “The pros and cons of free-ranging chickens”
Do you know the importance of oyster shell and grit for your chickens?
We inherited some of our chickens when we moved, and they never had any access to oyster shell which is super crucial to keep them healthy and laying. Their eggshells weren’t as firm as they should’ve been and they weren’t laying that well. If you don’t understand the importance of grit and oyster shell, thenContinue reading “Do you know the importance of oyster shell and grit for your chickens?”
Do you know the difference between cage-free and free-range eggs?
If you don’t have your own backyard chickens then it is important to know the difference between cage-free and free-range eggs. I am going to tell you which one is better to buy and why! The best option to buy eggs would be from a local farm, but if you don’t have access to thatContinue reading “Do you know the difference between cage-free and free-range eggs?”
The easiest sugar scrub
This recipe for sugar scrub is super easy to make. You only need a few simple ingredients which you most likely have at home. It really doesn’t get any easier than this, and the nice thing is that you will never have to buy sugar scrub again! The sugar scrub makes about 6 oz Ingredients:Continue reading “The easiest sugar scrub”
My favorite material to use for chicken runs
When your chickens don’t have the proper material in their run, it can cause problems for you and them. When we first got chickens we didn’t know what would be the best material. We used sand, and it was horrible to clean (at least for us.) First of all, we lived in the city soContinue reading “My favorite material to use for chicken runs”
When do hens begin to lay eggs?
If you have little chicks, then you are probably wondering how long do I have to wait for them to start paying rent. I remember when my hens got to laying age, I was waiting and waiting for them to give me an egg. It felt like it took forever (when it was me justContinue reading “When do hens begin to lay eggs?”
How long is my chicken going to live?
If you’re like me then you probably have a favorite chicken. I wish they could live forever, but sadly at some point, they are going to die. But have no worries because you still have quite a few years left with them! If you continue to feed them the proper food and providing them anContinue reading “How long is my chicken going to live?”
The 1912 Homestead 