There's been a lot of talk about chickens and eggs lately. Recently, many homesteaders have been raising concerns over their chickens giving them less eggs and wondering if there is a connection between their egg shortages and potential nutrition issues with their commercial chicken feed. I have mentioned a few times on my blog (like here) and also on my newest podcast episode that I prefer taking a balanced approach to most issues ...Continue Reading
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Season 3: Episode 7: The Truth About Chickens in the Garden with Lisa Steele
Have you ever had visions of a lush, bountiful garden complete with chickens pecking around perfectly ripe tomatoes? I know I certainly did, but I quickly learned that while chickens can be great for a garden, there are some things you must understand before you introduce them. Thankfully, today we're joined by a true expert in the field, my friend and esteemed author Lisa Steele. Listen as Lisa and I dive deep into ...Continue Reading
156. Getting Chickens for the First Time? This Is Your Episode!
What can I say? It’s no secret that my favorite thing about the homestead is without question the animals. Whether you already have animals on your homestead or not, introducing something new can sometimes be intimidating. Today we’re once again joined by my sister Jenna as she embarks on a chicken journey of her own. We cover all of the basics including how many chickens you should buy, what you need to feed ...Continue Reading
130. What We Did Differently for Our Best Meat Chickens Ever
To put it lightly, this year has been one of revelations on our homestead. As I’ve discussed in previous episodes, our goal to become producers for our community has necessitated some changes. We’ve raised meat birds for almost five years now, but as you’ll find out today virtually nothing is the same from when we first started. Listen to find out why we ditched the chicken coups, how we sped up our ...Continue Reading
101. Is This Your Year to Raise Meat Chickens?
The chicks are here! Yes, it’s that time of year. Last year we were a bit behind the eight ball and missed out on meat chickens. Not this time my friend. If you’ve ever wanted to raise meat chickens but have yet to take the plunge, this episode is for you. I dive deep into what makes a great meat chickens, why you shouldn’t let your chickens grow too fast, what to feed your chicken, and so much ...Continue Reading