Raising chickens in a residential area can be a rewarding experience, providing fresh eggs and a sense of connection to the land. However, before you start building your chicken coop, itβs...
Category: Chickens
In general, taking care of chickens on a homestead involves food, water, dry shelter, and egg collecting. However, raising chickens at various stages of life will require more care. In this article,...
Some of the benefits of chickens on a homestead include fresh eggs, fresh meat, insect control, cash value, and their kid friendliness. In addition, chickens do not require a lot of space, and...
Predators, noise, maintenance, and health problems are a few of the many cons of chickens on a homestead. However, many of the cons of raising chickens can be avoided with proper care and...
On a homestead, chicken breeds that offer both eggs and meat are good to have. Sexlinks, Orpingtons, and Wyandotte are favorite breeds among homesteaders for their ability lay eggs and provide meat...
The number of animals you should have on a homestead is determined by the needs of your family, and the space available for animals. Here we break down each animal and the quantity you may need...