Recent content by Babcock Ranch

I'll keep this thread updated with pictures of the start-up. My husband and I decided on Rhode Island Reds this morning! :D

Thank you ChickenCanoe, We were thinking about Rhode Island Reds because they are great dual purpose breed. I'm glad to hear someone else thinks its a good idea.

Hello Backyard Chicken Members, My husband and I currently have a 400 acre ranch in Big Valley, California. We have always done cattle and want to get into the production of eggs. We live in a small town and no one in the area currently raises chickens for eggs. The local store sells a...

Hello Venymae, The easiest way that I have found to process old layers is to completely skin the chicken leaving the meat. I would then tenderize the meat and marinate it for a day or two before cooking it in the crock pot. I've also had some really good chicken that was breasted out and...