Chickens are some of the best backyard animals and often the first animals people introduce on their small homestead. We’ve been raising chickens for well over 10 years and love getting fresh eggs directly from our coop. But eggs aren’t the only benefits of having chickens! Below you can see some of the benefits of […]
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After raising chickens in New Hampshire and upstate New York for well over a decade, we are often asked ‘do chickens need heat in the winter?’ We all enjoy our chickens and we don’t want them to suffer in the cold. Keeping chickens warm in winter comes down to a few key elements. In this
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Are you searching online for brooder box plans to create an easy and inexpensive chicken brooder? You’ve come to the right place! We’ve raised chicks in many different brooders over the years and in this post we’re sharing plans to make your own cheap chicken brooder. Learning how to build a chicken brooder doesn’t need
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Discover the secrets to cultivating perfect carrots in your garden with our comprehensive guide for how to grow carrots. Learn when to plant, how to care for them, common issues, and expert tips for a bountiful harvest. Elevate your gardening and homesteading skills today
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When you first start down the path to homesteading, one of the major considerations is where you will build your homestead and how much space you need. It takes years to build a homestead and establish systems and garden spaces. If you plan to homestead, it is important to find a space and stay in
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For years, we resisted getting an automatic chicken door, thinking that it wasn’t worth the price for the extra convenience. After extensive research, we decided to install the Chickcozy Automatic door. We’ve now been using this door and are thrilled with how easy it was to install and how seamlessly it has worked for both
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An automatic chicken door can be a game changer for your chicken coop set up and provide peace of mind when you can’t be there to shut in your chickens at exactly the right time. The best automatic chicken door is easy to use, reliable, and safe for your chickens and provides one extra layer
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Discover the best chicken water heater for all-weather convenience. Keep your flock hydrated year-round with our expert-recommended, safe, and energy-efficient poultry water heaters. Say goodbye to frozen water in your coop!
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Growing brussel sprouts is fun easy and can supply your table with these delicious vegetable all fall and winter. This is one of our favorite garden crops to grow each year and we usually keep a few stalks until December when we dig them out of the garden and harvest a late crop of sprouts
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Discover effective strategies for How to Keep Chicken Water from Freezing during the winter months. Learn about proper container choices, insulation techniques, heated waterers, and DIY solutions to ensure your flock stays hydrated and healthy. Explore our comprehensive guide for practical tips and advice to prevent frozen water and promote your chickens’ well-being.
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