Have you checked the price of pasture-raised, organic meat recently? Or even supermarket meat prices? Holy Toledo! The cost seems to keep skyrocketing. And if you eat lots of delicious meat like I do, then you must like that meat to be clean, healthy, and free of the various carcinogens common in the mainstream food supply. …
Nothing is more adorable than watching your little flock of plump, full-feathered hens freely exploring your homestead! But at some point during every chicken’s lifetime, it will lose its feathers. It then appears in a downtrodden, sorry state. But why do chickens lose their feathers in the first place? And is it anything to worry …
Feeding vegetables to chickens has many benefits – they add variety to their diet, provide essential nutrients, and can save money on those pesky chicken feed bills! But can chickens eat broccoli grown in your garden? What about leftover broccoli from your dinnertime prep? Or oven-cooked broccoli? Let’s explore whether or not chickens can safely …
Can chickens eat tomatoes? Yes! Chickens love tomatoes! This tomato and chicken diet question brings me back to my early youth. Watching chickens roaming and foraging around the yard was always one of my favorite childhood pastimes in the countryside. I loved testing the things our chickens would eat. I would offer them anything we had …
How long do goats live? Goats can live anywhere from a few years up to 20 years. Some goat classes live much longer than others! And there are many more goat lifespan nuances you need to consider. Here’s what we mean! Goats are known for their fiery yet cheery disposition, handsome figures, and athletic capabilities. …
Pineapples are a popular fruit among humans, but can chickens eat pineapples? It’s a question many chicken owners find themselves asking, often while holding a leftover can or bowl of fruit! We researched from several academic archives and scholarly journals to see whether chickens can eat pineapples. Or not! This article contains our findings – …
Can goats eat cucumbers? Goats are renowned for their voracious appetites, and they will frequently eat a wide variety of foodstuffs – whether we want them to or not! If you grow your own vegetables, you’ll be quite familiar with the glut of cucumbers harvested from the garden through the summer months, and you might …
After a surprisingly mild October, temperatures in the Northern Hemisphere are now plummeting, and it’s time to start thinking about how to keep your chickens warm in winter, ideally without electricity. To keep chickens warm in winter without electricity, you can winterize the coop by moving it, adding insulation, lining nesting boxes, sealing up cracks, …
Homemade diy chick brooder designs! Chicks need supplemental heating during their first few weeks. In other words? Those cute balls of fluff need special care to help stay warm. Before long, they turn into lovely pin-feathered adolescents. But in the meantime, your chicks need a chicken brooder! (Well, a clever chick brooder design is necessary …
Can cows eat clover forage? Or not?! Moo! That’s the sound of a cow eating. Cows are grazing animals and love grazing on grass, but can your farm cows safely eat clover forage? Clover is a prized forage crop for livestock because it is so high in protein and minerals. While cattle may enjoy nibbling …
If you’re a farmer or homesteader, you’ve probably got a few goats on your property. (Or have had some!) Goats are versatile creatures often used for milk, meat, or fiber production. But what do goats eat – and can goats eat oats? In this post, we shall look at the dietary needs of goats and …
If you find yourself torn between keeping your beloved chickens in a coop but are nervous about letting them free-range, you should consider using a chicken tractor. Your hens will safely be able to explore new patches of ground each day while still enjoying security and shelter. Building a chicken tractor can be a fun …
When dogs wag their tails, it usually means they’re happy or excited, but why do pigs wag their tails? Is it a way that they show affection to humans, or is it a sign of distress? Let’s find out! The other day, I noticed my pig, Hamilton, wagging his tail, and it made me wonder …
Raising pigs for profit is a fantastic idea, but before starting up the business, you’ll need to know how much a piglet and adult pigs cost. You’ll also need to consider how long it will take to raise a pig for slaughter before you get any returns. I love pigs, with their squidgy noses and …
Need chicken nesting box ideas? Start here! Chickens are amazing. They provide so much and generally ask for very little. They are often a staple of any homestead, farm, ranch, or household. With a tiny space and a little effort – they can flourish. Good layers like Leghorns, Rhode Island Reds, Red Stars, and Orpingtons …