If you’re raising chickens for eggs, then there’s no way you can do without nesting boxes. But, how many nesting boxes per chicken is ideal? It’s not always an easy answer. But, as a rule of thumb, you should provide at least one nesting box per 3 to 4 hens. Anything less than this number …
I believe that every chicken keeper should be aware of all equipment and devices that make this business a reality. With the right knowledge, I feel that everything will go according to plan and the results will be something to behold. That is why the rollaway egg box comes into question and we are going …
When it comes to the baby chick brooder, there are several factors you need to consider. One of those factors is the size. Indeed, the size will be determined by the number of chicks you are intending to raise. With the right size, your baby chicks will stay comfortable and have enough space to move …
Feeding my chickens has always been my duty and hobby as well. Chickens feed on almost anything they perceive edible because they are naturally omnivores. For some time now I have tried out sweet potatoes and my flock seems to like this new delicacy, to say the least. So, can chickens eat sweet potatoes? Yes, …
In the course of keeping chickens, you will come to notice some changes among a certain group of hens. The changes are usually behavioral, especially when it is a broody hen season. Let’s learn more about this change of behavior and what initiates it among your flock of birds. So, what is a brooder chicken? …
There are several reasons why different people feed their chickens organically. While others believe that it is a way of keeping their chickens healthier, some do it with the sole purpose of having their chickens produce organic eggs, meat or even both. Let’s find out all about providing your chickens with organic feed. What can …
Hatching chicken eggs is one of the best practices every chicken keeper should know. When it is done at home, hatching can help you save a lot of money you would spend looking for new chicks. Here is everything you need to know about hatching eggs at home. Now the question is, what do I need …
How long do roosters live? When owning Backyard Chickens you should have a full record of your entire flock and breeds. The record should show the trend and progress of each chicken breed in terms of productivity, growth, expenses, and lifespan. Speaking of the lifespan of a chicken, there’s a need to know how long …
Every hen can lay an egg daily but can a chicken lay more than one egg a day? How many eggs do chickens lay in a day? It can take between 24 and 26 hours for an egg to develop, no matter how many weeks of age within the hen before it’s ready to be …
There’s a growing trend among chicken keepers that has raised many questions. One, in particular, is can you have a chicken as a pet? Some chicken owners seem to be creating a strong bond with their specific flock of chickens and this looks really fascinating. Chickens are currently the newest friends to several family members …