Guides for Raising Healthy Chickens Anywhere
Welcome! Are you thinking of starting a poultry farm in Nigeria? That’s a brilliant idea! With over 200 million people and a growing middle class, the demand for chicken and eggs is always high. But turning that idea into a successful business needs a solid plan. This guide will teach you how to write a … Read more
There’s nothing more frustrating than watching the sun go down while your chickens are still exploring the yard. Originally, I thought it was just a matter of chasing them, but I quickly learned that works against their natural instincts. Chasing your flock around in the twilight is stressful for both you and your birds. The … Read more
It’s distressing to see your chickens struggling to breathe. A sudden sneeze, a watery eye, or a rattling cough can be the first sign of a respiratory infection, leaving you worried and unsure of what to do next. You’re not alone. Many backyard chicken keepers face this challenge, and in my 10 years of experience, … Read more
If you keep chickens, dealing with internal parasites is a matter of “when,” not “if.” I’ll never forget the morning my favorite Buff Orpington looked listless and pale. Her usual happy clucking was replaced by a concerning silence, and she just wasn’t herself, which was my first real scare with a heavy worm burden. You’re … Read more
Raising a backyard flock of laying hens has become increasingly popular across America, with millions of households now keeping small flocks for fresh eggs. When your hens produce more eggs than your family can eat, selling the surplus can help offset costs and turn your hobby into a small income stream. This guide breaks down … Read more
Imagine two identical flocks of chickens. One lays 205 eggs over a 14-week period. The other, fed a different diet, lays an astonishing 499 eggs in the same timeframe. This isn’t a hypothetical scenario; it’s the result of a scientific study comparing a national brand to Nutrena NatureWise chicken feed. When I first heard that … Read more
When I first started raising chickens, I thought all feed was pretty much the same. That changed last March, right when egg prices skyrocketed and my flock’s egg production took a nosedive, and the yolks looked pale and sad. It sent me down a rabbit hole of research, and that’s when I discovered Kalmbach Henhouse … Read more
Based on years of experience, most flock losses come from inadequate predator protection. Don’t learn the expensive way. The heartbreak of finding a coop breached is something every chicken keeper fears. This comprehensive guide will transform your coop into a fortress, providing you with the knowledge and tools to build a truly predator-proof chicken coop. … Read more
If you’ve ever found a soft-shelled egg in your nesting box or watched a hen struggle to walk, you’ve witnessed the devastating effects of calcium deficiency firsthand. As someone who’s raised chickens for over a decade, I’ve learned that calcium management is one of the most critical—yet often misunderstood—aspects of chicken health. Calcium deficiency affects … Read more
Egg production naturally slows down in winter due to shorter daylight hours. However, winterizing chicken coop with ample natural light can help maintain a more consistent laying schedule. Providing 14-16 hours of light per day with a low-wattage, warm-colored bulb can help encourage laying. Three winters ago, I woke up to find frost inside my … Read more