Thrush, also known as candidiasis, is a fungal infection that affects birds and is caused primarily by the Candida species. It can lead...

As we know, raising healthy and productive chickens requires a well balanced diet. One of the best ways to ensure your chickens get all...

When it comes to backyard poultry, one of the most common questions new chicken owners ask is about the color of the eggs their hens will...

I remember when I started raising backyard chickens. The only thing I was concerned about was having nice chickens that loved me and laid...

Chicken lice may not be the most glamorous topic, but they’re a critical concern for chicken owners everywhere. These pesky pests are...

Discover which veggies your chickens can safely enjoy! From leafy greens to pumpkins, these treats will keep your flock happy & healthy.

Keeping chickens as backyard pets and for egg production has become very popular among homeowners! I feel like since covid hit, backyard...

Summer has officially started in the Midwest, and we are so excited! The luscious green grass, trees and landscape are especially...

It’s springtime and that means one thing around our place….chicks! There is nothing better than bringing those cute little feather balls...

Today let’s talk about something less fantastic when raising backyard chickens: coccidiosis. While raising chickens has been my favorite...

Today, we get to talk about a fascinating topic. I get asked quite often about things chickens can and cannot eat  and if there are...

Today we’re going to talk about a breed that looks so much like the Barred Rock, it’s almost hard to tell the difference. In fact, you...

One question I get asked a lot is, "How long will your chickens live?" As you know, my chickens are more than just egg layers—they’re my...

This week, we’re talking all about chicken feed. This is a common question for new backyard chicken owners. There are so many options to...

It never ceases to amaze me how great my chickens are at digging holes! They love to scratch around, wiggle down and flap around the...

This week, we’re discussing an important topic that new backyard chicken keepers might overlook—grit. While it’s easy to focus on food,...

I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again. Not all parts of raising backyard chickens is glamorous. Haha! For real though, today we’re...

We are kicking off this week with a giant, possibly record-breaking snowstorm here in Minnesota. Yikes! However, the good news is that...

Photo Credit: Hoover’s Hatchery The Mystic Onyx breed was originally developed by Hoover’s Hatchery in very recent years. Their...

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...