Annie2 days ago2 minMemorial Day Hot Dog BarWe are cruising through the last week of school around here and we’re getting the itch to do all the things outside! Historically,...
Annie May 182 minBenefits of Marigolds for ChickensIt’s finally spring! We have been busy out in our yard and gardens. Do you like to garden? We have our go-to petunias already in their...
Annie May 123 minWhy Is My Chicken Limping?I think we can all agree that our chickens are very valuable to us. Whether they are simply a way for you to get fresh eggs, or if...
Annie May 42 minChicken Boo-Boos Be Gone! As you know, keeping a first aid kit on hand for your coop is essential to raising backyard chickens. While boo-boos don’t happen all...
AnnieApr 283 minHow to Use Eggshells For Your GardenI had the pleasure of growing up in a family that understood the rich benefits of growing our own food. We didn’t have any farm animals,...
AnnieApr 213 minAll You Need to Know About Dogs and ChickensWe have an interesting situation at our house. Our family raises backyard chickens and Labrador Retrievers. If you know anything about...
Dr. Jessica FoxApr 185 minProtecting Your Small Flock from Avian Influenza Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) was unfortunately confirmed earlier this spring in the United States and has already devastated...
Annie Apr 143 minGifting Baby Chicks for EasterEaster is hands down, one of my favorite holidays. I love this time of year. Everything is fresh and new and has a feeling of new life....
Annie Apr 136 minHow to Compost Chicken LitterOne of the amazing benefits of raising backyard chickens is all the chicken litter! Chicken litter is a natural fertilizer for your...
Annie Apr 73 minAll About the Easter Egger BreedEaster Eggers are defined by their poofy cheeks and beard. When we started our most recent flock, I started with all brown egg layers. I...
Annie Mar 292 minDecorating Egg Cartons for EasterI have a fun idea for you! It’s Springtime and my girls are picking up steam in the egg department. We have a busy household and while...
Annie Mar 244 minWhat Raising Chickens Has Taught Our KidsI have been sitting here contemplating where to even start with this blog. We have been raising backyard chickens on and off for the last...
Annie Mar 164 minHow to Clean Your Chicken Coop Only 2 Times a YearSpring is in the air! We are looking forward to longer days and warmer temperatures around here! The girls are starting to pick up in...
AnnieMar 112 minGramma Lou's Famous Chicken HotdishHandwritten recipes are my favorite! It’s March! We are getting so close to spring I can feel it. March is a fun month in our family...
Annie Mar 33 minRaising Backyard Chickens: What I Wished I Would Have KnownI am so excited to write this blog! We have been raising backyard chickens on and off for the last 15 years. So, naturally, we’ve learned...
Annie Feb 233 minIs it Safe to Mail Order Chicks?When I got back into chickens a few years ago, I started in the fall. Our local farm supply store didn’t carry chicks in the fall, so I...
Annie Feb 183 minAll About Brahma ChickensReba and Barbara Jean are 2 of my Buff Brahma Bantams Today we’re going to talk about one of my favorite breeds. Who am I kidding! I feel...
Annie Feb 81 minValentine's Omelet MuffinsIt’s February! This is going to annoy some of you I’m sure, but I love the month of February. I’m not sure if it’s because we know that...
Annie Feb 22 minChicken Eggs vs. Duck EggsGet ready for the ultimate matchup in the egg world! Are you team chicken or team duck? We’ve raised both on our acreage and I have a lot...
AnnieJan 272 minHow to Make an Indoor Herb GardenIt’s the end of January in Minnesota. And, if you’ve never experienced a Minnesota winter before, you may be missing out! I’ve always...