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The Best Eggshell Crafts
Spring is so close here in Minnesota, we can almost feel it! It’s been a long winter here, and we're looking forward to warmer days. With...
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Annie
- Mar 22
- 3 min
All About the Lavender Orpington Breed
I remember the first day Rosie came to our house. I had been doing some research on different breeds to figure out which ones I was going...
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Annie
- Mar 15
- 1 min
Irish Taco Recipe
You guys are going to want to get your grocery lists out! I’m serious. I just made some incredible Irish tacos and you’re going to want...
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Annie
- Mar 8
- 3 min
Treating Pasty Butt
It’s baby chick season! I can already almost hear the sweet little peeps when walking into our local farm supply store. And honestly? Is...
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Annie
- Mar 2
- 3 min
What is Marek's Disease?
Have you ever heard of Marek's Disease? If not, today is your lucky day! You'll learn all about the causes, if it’s treatable and how to...
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Annie
- Feb 22
- 4 min
The Baby Chick Success Guide
We are kicking off this week with a giant, possibly record-breaking snowstorm here in Minnesota. Yikes! However, the good news is that...
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Annie
- Feb 15
- 2 min
The Best Crème Brûlée Recipe
We recently went to our friend's house for a fancy dinner. It was so much fun! And can you believe it, when it was time for dessert, they...
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Annie
- Feb 10
- 2 min
Can I Use Straw in My Chicken Coop?
For many years I have used pine shavings in my brooders and coop while raising backyard chickens. There are a few different bedding...
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Annie
- Feb 1
- 3 min
How Strong is an Eggshell?
This week we’re going to have a little fun! Growing up, I loved science fair projects. They were an awesome time to learn something new,...
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Annie
- Jan 25
- 3 min
Chicken Coop Lighting in the Winter
It’s January and I don’t know about you, but me and the girls are feeling this long winter month! While it’s been absolutely gorgeous...
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Annie
- Jan 19
- 2 min
All About the Mystic Onyx Breed
Photo Credit: Hoover’s Hatchery The Mystic Onyx breed was originally developed by Hoover’s Hatchery in very recent years. Their beautiful...
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- Jan 4
- 3 min
How to Tell Your Chickens Apart
If you’re new to raising backyard chickens, you may think I’m a bit crazy. However, if you’ve been doing this for a while, you will...
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- Jan 3
- 2 min
How to Build a Winter Dust Bath for Your Chickens
Have you ever seen chickens rolling around in the dirt? That’s known as a dust bath, and it helps chickens keep their feathers clean and...
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Annie
- Dec 29, 2022
- 2 min
3 Healthy Breakfast Ideas for the New Year
It’s the day after Christmas and I’m sitting here thinking I’ve probably eaten one too many cookies. Yikes! While we try to eat as...
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Annie
- Dec 21, 2022
- 1 min
Annie’s Favorite Christmas Cookie Recipe
It’s the week of Christmas and if you’re like me, there’s a present to be wrapped, a gift to be bought or a cookie to be made! I’m...
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Annie
- Dec 13, 2022
- 2 min
Is it Safe to Put a Christmas Tree in My Coop?
Photo Cred: Pinterest Decorating for Christmas is a family favorite around here. Naturally, with my love for chickens, this would carry...
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Annie
- Dec 7, 2022
- 2 min
All About the Cream Legbar Breed
It’s December and you know what that means, right? Some people are Christmas shopping, some people are busy planning their gardens and...
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Annie
- Nov 30, 2022
- 1 min
4 Ways to Decorate Your Coop for Christmas
We are counting down the days to Christmas here! We’ve had our first big snowfall and while my chickens don’t love the snow, it sure is...
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Annie
- Nov 22, 2022
- 2 min
What Thanksgiving Leftovers Are Safe to Feed My Chickens?
Do you know what the 10 most popular Thanksgiving dishes are? I had my suspicions and after a quick internet search, I am happy to say I...
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Annie
- Nov 16, 2022
- 2 min
All About the Olive Egger Breed
When I first started raising backyard chickens, I didn’t really think about egg colors. I just pictured going out to the coop and...
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