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Livestock & husbandry; using natural, traditional practices in order to create a chemical free barnyard.
Breaking a broody hen humanely can be done, and it is not a difficult process. Know how to identify the telltale signs of a broody hen in order to begin the breaking process quickly. To reduce the need, choose breeds in which the birds are not prone to becoming a broody hen. However, the decision…
Raising meat rabbits is a big decision for many homesteaders. Learn about heritage meat rabbit breeds and whether raising rabbits is worth the investment and time. But to others, raising rabbits as a sustainable food source is an ideal source of protein. Not to mention, rabbits are extremely easy to raise. Most cities and counties…
Feeding rabbits naturally to reduce pellet consumption can be achieved. Take a minute each day to harvesting natural rabbit food between spring through fall from the garden and by foraging for it. Incorporate minimal amounts of fruit, flowers, and herbs also increases the levels of supplements being offered. The key to creating a balanced diet…
Sprouting barley for chickens and other poultry is a healthy addition to their daily feedings. Offering sprouted barley grains for chickens year round not only a healthy supplement, it is also a great boredom buster for birds during the winter months. Why Offer Sprouted Barley Grains Sprouting grains for chickens and other poultry is ideal…
Raising ducklings is easy, and in truth, much easier than raising chicks or turkey poults! Keeping ducks require a few simple items, a duck waterer, the correct duckling feed, and a predator safe duck brooder with heat. The decision has been made to incorporate ducks onto the property. And to be quite frank, who can…
Raising ducks for eggs means raising prolific layers. There are 13 top duck breeds for eggs, laying between 150 to 300 duck eggs per year. Discover the best egg laying ducks in this article. You have officially made the decision to incorporate ducks onto the property. However, which breed to add is the question. Should…
Selecting the best chicken breeds to raise with children is necessary for those who are new to raising poultry. Learn the best poultry breeds to choose from when incorporating children and chickens. Seek out gentle chicken breeds which are docile verses breeds that are skittish and standoffish. I am a chicken enabler. To those who…
Raising Broiler chickens for meat purposes is something everyone should do. Learn how to select the best broiler breed, the right feed, and housing for your homestead. The primary benefit to homesteading is the opportunity to own your food source. For many, owning your food source may consist of maintaining a garden, while others choose…
Raising Coturnix Quail is a great way to incorporate a protein onto the property. Domesticated quail offer a tasty meat option and are prolific egg layers. Not to mention, quail are an ideal option for those with a smaller property, and are extremely easy to raise. About the Coturnix Quail Quail come in a variety…
Learn what is necessary in setting up a chick brooder. A brooder box requires a few item to help chicks thrive. There are many products for chicks on the market. However, not everything is needed. Here are tips for selecting a heat lamp for chicks, the best chick starter feed, and appropriate chicken bedding to…