Sprouting Grains for Livestock & Poultry Fodder 1
Cut your animal feed costs substantially by sprouting grains like oats, wheat, or barley into fodder. It’s great for chickens and other livestock.
Poultry
3 Good Duck Breeds for Beginners
Choosing which duck breeds to add to your backyard farm? Here are three to try, complete with what you can expect from each.
Your Winter Duck Coop: Keeping Ducks in Cold Weather 5
In harsh, cold climates there are some simple tactics for keeping things hospitable in the duck coop.
Chicken Supplies I Always Keep in the Coop 9
There are chicken supplies (feed, bedding) and then there are *chicken supplies. The things that I’ve learned to keep on hand all the time, just in case.
Getting Started with Ducks on Your Homestead 3
Adding ducks to your little homestead? Here’s how to feed ducks and ducklings, along with some other pertinent information about raising ducks.
5 Reasons to Add Ducks to Your Homestead 7
Duck eggs are just one of many reasons to add ducks to your little homestead.
Raising Pigeons for Meat 3
During medieval times and the Great Depression, people depended on pigeons for survival. While rules against raising chickens are common in a lot of communities, it seems like pigeons have been overlooked. They might be a good loophole alternative for people faced with municipal restrictions. Click for more about raising pigeons for meat as part of your emergency preparation efforts.
Bird Mites: Natural Control for your Flock 4
Bird mites come in several different varieties, but suffice to say, they are a chicken owner’s nightmare. Here’s how we combatted a recent infestation.
Beat the Heat: How to Keep Your Chickens Cool this Summer 1
Help your flock keep their cool this summer with these easy tips and treats. Your chickens will thank you.