Can Chickens Freeze to Death?
Raising backyard chickens through the winter months can be challenging, especially when temperatures drop to extreme cold. A common concern among chicken keepers is whether chickens can freeze to death. I had this exact thought when we decided to raise backyard chickens while living in Wisconsin. While chickens are hardy creatures, cold conditions, if not […]
Why You Should be Feeding Your Chickens Eggshells
If you’re a chicken keeper or manage your own flock, you’ve likely heard about the importance of calcium in your hens’ diet. A healthy laying hen needs a consistent supply of calcium to ensure strong eggshell production and avoid health issues. One simple method to provide this much-needed nutrient is to feed your chickens crushed eggshells. Not only does this offer an additional calcium source, but it can […]
Why You Should Ferment Your Chickens Feed
Fermenting chicken feed has become a hot topic among chicken keepers. While it may seem like a strange process, it’s similar to making sourdough bread (anyone else also in their sourdough era?) and offers many benefits for both you and your flock. The fermentation process breaks down antinutrients, increases nutrient absorption, and creates a feed […]
How to Keep Flies Out of the Chicken Coop
If you’re raising backyard chickens, you’re likely familiar with the seasonal battle of trying to control the fly population in and around the chicken coop. Flies can become a serious problem, especially during the warm and humid days of the summer months. Aside from being a nuisance, flies can pose health risks to your chickens, […]