9 Reasons to Have Backyard Chickens

The trend toward raising backyard chickens has grown quickly over the past few years. Here are some reasons why… People want to become more self-sufficient and take part in the local-eating movement. A handful of egg-laying hens allows you to participate without...

4 Tips to Winterize Your Barn

Help your livestock stay comfortable inside from harsh weather outside by winterizing your barn. A preparedness checklist to create a weathertight shelter should include… 1. General Maintenance Fix holes, repair loose rafters, make sure the doors are working...

Control Internal Parasites in Your Chickens

Chances are pretty good your chickens have intestinal parasites, but it’s nothing to fret about — if you keep them in check. Whether your chickens are confined or are free-range, they get parasites simply by doing what chickens do — pecking at the ground in search of...