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Chickens are one of the most enjoyable farm animals to raise and, fortunately, you don’t need much space to do just that. In fact, the popularity of urban/backyard chicken farming is now a movement, with owners of small flocks gaining the nutritional benefits of independently grown and farm-fresh eggs. Whether you have 40 acres at your disposal, or just a small yard in the city, our How To Raise Chickens section explains how to build a successful flock. Feel free to “scratch around.”

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  • Picking up your chicks at a farm store is an exciting day when starting your own home flock, whether that’s in your backyard, in an urban setting, or on a farm. Before that day arrives, however, you need to get your brooder set up and running. LEARN MORE
  • What Helps Chickens Lay Eggs?
  • ood quality feed, daylight, and adequate water supply are just some of the factors that help with egg production. For instance, did you know that chicken eggs are about 70% water? Watch and learn as we share this and other helpful tips to help you better understand what helps chickens lay eggs. LEARN MORE
  • Why Use Crumble Vs Pellets?
  • When you start your chicks you begin by feeding them crumble, but as they grow switching them to pellets can be beneficial because pellets are less wasteful. Watch and learn as we explain why we use crumble or pellets when feeding chickens. LEARN MORE
  • Chicken Breeds to Start With & Why?
  • Explore a few breeds of chickens that are commonly raised by homesteaders and farmers alike. The following covers these breeds in some detail so you’ll know how to start your flock each season. LEARN MORE
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      Raising Chickens: Keeping Predators Away from your Flock

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      From Brood Box to Layers: A Guide to Raising Baby Chickens

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