The time has come for the baby chicks to move from the brooder to outside.  Because of the unseasonably warm weather that we have been experiencing, the chicks, which we mail ordered back in August have been living outside now for about a week.  The time schedule is ahead of what I anticipated and they are […]

After spending all last winter hauling drinking water out to the chickens, I knew I needed a better solution this year. I resolved to find a large volume option that would provide fresh water without the repeated struggle of lifting heavyweight.  I wanted to design a poultry drinker appropriate for my space as well as […]

Chickens are amazing creatures! I have had people come up to me at the grocery store and ask if I was the “Chicken Lady.” They are always curious to why I started keeping chickens in the suburbs of Kansas City. Since it’s one of my favorite subjects, I have no problem sharing. Below are seven […]

We’ve raised French Black Copper Marans for about 10 years. It started with my husband Zach, who was on a quest for dark brown egg layers. We had heard of the Kuckoo Marans, a breed who is also known for dark eggs, but not quite as dark as the French Black Copper. After a month-long […]

If you have a bit of extra space on your land, you are looking for ways to turn that bit of land into a nice profit, and the idea of caring for your own flock of chickens appeals to you, then it might be time for you to begin your first chicken coop right on […]

Back in June of this year my husband and I purchased 3 turkeys from the local feed store. At $12 per bird, we were pretty protective of the little buggers. As my better-half finally gave in and agreed to raise a few turkeys, he received the honor of naming the birds. Quite creatively he dubbed […]

By Jennifer Sartell Our chicks from this spring are beginning to lay eggs!   Our Leghorns were born on March 1st. It took 162 days from birth to laying hen. You can see the new layer’s egg (right) isn’t quite as big as a 2 year-old hen (left).   The French Black Copper Marans that […]

By Krislee Johnson Free-range of poultry is a great idea for the health of your flock, but it is not for everyone. Initially, my husband and I enjoyed having our flock run about our 25 acres. Not only did the birds enjoy the freedom, it also reduced feed costs during the spring, summer and fall […]

Roosters Make Great Dads! Franny believes that a rooster’s job description consists of more than alarm clock or egg fertilizer! Find out why keeping a rooster with your flock is so important!   For more farmstead videos and good advice visit The MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends Youtube. Visit Franny’s Farm at www.FrannysFarm.com

Pasture Your Poultry with a Chicken Tractor A well built chicken tractor may be the perfect home for your chickens, and a great way to aerate and fertilize the soil.   For more farmstead videos and good advice visit The MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends Youtube. Visit Franny’s Farm at www.FrannysFarm.com