What is Flystrike in Chickens and How to Treat It
Today, we’re diving into one of the more unpleasant aspects of raising backyard chickens—flystrike in chickens. Fun, right? (Insert...
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Annie
Aug 19, 20202 min
2-Ingredient Keto Pancakes
Are you a pancake lover, but the pancakes don’t love you back? I can relate. I love pancakes, but I rarely eat them because, let’s face...
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Annie
Aug 13, 20205 min
How to Prevent Salmonella Poisoning with Backyard Chickens
Salmonella poisoning is a scary thought for anyone raising backyard chickens, and trust me, I’ve been there — and Rosemary and I are...
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Aug 6, 20203 min
Your Guide to Gardening With Chickens
The mornings are cooling off here in Minnesota, but afternoons still warm up. Cicadas are singing, and the sunsets are stunning. It’s...
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Annie
Jul 29, 20202 min
What Raising Chickens Taught Our Family
The first time that I raised backyard chickens, we started with a mature flock to begin with. If I could do it all over, I would raise...
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Jul 23, 20204 min
Why is My Chicken Laying Soft Eggs? Here's How to Help
Can you believe we’re already in the middle of summer? If your house is anything like mine, you probably have eggs coming out of your...
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Annie
Jul 16, 20203 min
How to Freeze Eggs
It’s that time of year around here—our egg basket is overflowing! After eating as many as we can, selling, and gifting eggs, I still have...
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Jul 9, 20202 min
How to Make Frozen Treats for Chickens
Last week was a crazy week! We were tying up loose ends, trying to pack for the 4th of July at the lake, and ensuring we had everything...
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Annie
Jul 1, 20202 min
Best Egg Salad Recipes
Happy Independence Day! It’s hard to believe the 4th of July is already here! I love this time of year. My hometown in Southwest...
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Jun 25, 20203 min
Dr. Bob Stock Educates on Coccidiosis in Chickens
Raising backyard chickens is a true joy in my life. Before we reentered raising our feathered friends, I’d scroll through social media...
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Annie
Jun 18, 20202 min
Building a Chicken Playset: A Fun DIY for Your Flock
I would love to tell you that I’m a DIY queen and that I know my way around power tools and the lumber yard, but I’m not and I don’t! I...
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Annie
Jun 9, 20202 min
The Best Summertime Treats for Your Chickens
We are so excited around here! When you live in Minnesota, you learn to appreciate the beautiful weather. So for us, Summer is finally...
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Jun 3, 20202 min
National Egg Day: Fun Facts and Benefits of Farm-Fresh Eggs
I know what you’re thinking… there’s always something to celebrate, right? It’s hard to keep track of all the national holidays! But...
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Annie
May 28, 20207 min
10 Foods You Should Never Feed Your Chickens (And Safe Alternatives)
If you're raising chickens, you’ve likely noticed they’re always eager to peck at whatever scraps they can find. While they might seem to...
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