There is no doubt that hens are capable of laying year round, but the question is should they? Here are the fors and againsts for adding light to your coop during winter. Read Article
Should I Light The Coop Over Winter?
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Winter Chicken Keeping
How Cold Is Too Cold For My Chickens?
Here in the North Eastern States, we will be seeing the snow flying soon. By all accounts this year is going to be bad, so we need to prepare ourselves and our flocks for the long months ahead.
Many beginner chicken keepers are amazed at just how hardy and tough chickens are. But still, a common concern is how cold is too cold for my chickens? Continue Reading
If you live in an area with harsh winters, follow these common-sense guidelines to keep your chickens safe.
Many of our domestic chicken breeds were cultivated for colder temperatures. They have down feathers insulating their bodies, they naturally move regularly to keep warm and they instinctively know to eat more when Old Man Winter comes knocking. Continue Reading
Chicken Breed Focus – Delaware
I’ve always been interested in this bird, but know little about them. They seem to be available at hatcheries, although in moderate numbers. After reading this article, thought I was sold… until I read all the reviews and the word noisy kept popping up!
Passing the information along to you, maybe they’ll be of interest to you.
Delaware aka Indian River
The Indian River was developed in the 1940s in the United States by George Ellis in the state of Delaware. He selected the occasional light colored sport produced from the popular broiler cross of Barred Plymouth Rock roosters and New Hampshire hens. Continue Reading
TBN Ranch Chicken Keeping Resources 