Farm Fresh Eggs | What to Expect
As a chicken enthusiast who sell farm fresh eggs it’s important to inform the egg customer of the standards in which you have set up on your property. Dear Egg Customer, As a small family farm we’d like to inform…
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Naturally treat a Duck foot Injuries (with Video)
Duck foot injury. This is bound to happen when raising ducks. More times than not, it is going to happen more than once. Learn how to treat injuries naturally with a few basic items. Owning ducks should come with a…
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Naturally Treating Bumblefoot in Chickens and Ducks
Naturally treating bumblefoot in chickens, as well as, bumblefoot in ducks, is achieveable. Prior to performing bumblefoot surgery consider an un-invasive bumblefoot treatment. With the decision to keep poultry comes the need to learn how to address various ailments. This…
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Prevent Coccidiosis Naturally in Chick Brooders
Prevent coccidiosis naturally in chick brooders without the use of medicated chick feed. Raising chicks holistically is achievable. Begin by naturally boosting the immune system and establishing good livestock husbandry. Coccidiosis is a nasty, deadly disease and one that many…
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Mycoplasma in Chickens | a Poultry Respiratory Illness
Mycoplasma gallisepticum in chickens is a respiratory infection, and one of the most horrific poultry diseases around. Mycoplasma in chickens is not reversible even if the symptoms have cleared up. Learn what you’re dealing with and how it affects your…
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Heritage Breeds – The Importance of Saving Rare Farm Breeds
Heritage breeds have a strong place in our hearts, and we encourage all homesteaders to visit the Livestock Conservancy’s website to learn about which poultry or livestock breeds need help in maintaining their existence. Then, in a true homesteading fashion, raise these farm…
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How to Clean Chicken and Turkey Feet -along with the Gizzard- for Cooking
Ready to learn how to clean chicken and turkey feet? I bet you never thought you’d be doing this, but here you are! Many of you may be wondering why you’d want to use the feet, and the answer is simple, they’ll help…
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Easy Pickled Quail Eggs Recipe
This easy pickled quail eggs recipe is perfect for those who love pickled items and eggs. In addition to quail eggs, chicken eggs which are smaller in size can also be used. I will try anything at least once, and…
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Thankful For A Homesteading Community
When you belong to a community it’s truly an amazing feeling, regardless of what type of community it may be. But let me tell you, I couldn’t be more thankful for a homesteading community….they get me. If you’re lucky enough to have access…
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How to Steam Quail Eggs
Learn how to steam quail eggs using this simple trick. Quail eggs make a delicious healthy protein snack and can be consumed as is or added as an ingredient to your favorite recipes. Quail Eggs The quail have begun laying…
