Category: Livestock Care

There are many methods to keep chickens from pooping in their water. One way is to set up a hanging waterer with a nipple system or setting up their waterer in such a way that they cannot perch on...

When people first get into raising chickens, one of the first questions they usually have is whether they have to keep a rooster (male chicken) with their flock or not. Many farmers insist on keeping...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture states that the number of people raising backyard poultry has increased by nearly 40% since 2013. Most homesteads tend to start with chickens, and then add quail to...

When you finally decide to add chickens to your homestead, there are a ton of questions you’ll have to answer. Along with their care and maintenance, you’ll want to consider the impact the...

We have all all heard the recognizable quack of a duck whether it's in the wild or on the homestead. But have you ever wondered if that quack is coming from the drakes (males) or hens (females)? Or...

A lot of people dream of owning their own chickens. The thought of frying up some fresh eggs in the morning is enough to leave their mouths watering. But when you start to notice your chickens...