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My chickens are starting too lay their eggs on the floor of the coop, this behavior just started the bad been using the nesting boxes. Is this normal? Any thing I should do? Thanks

Would crusher fines work for my chicken run?

Is there any reason to put our flock on a monthly / semi annual or any other maintenance de-worming schedule?

Is feeding spent all grain mash from home brewing be ok for layers? Thanks

Will feeding layers (6 birds) a handful of whole corn every night in addition to their layer feed inhibit egg production?

We recently introduced a Leghorn and Australorp to our flock the Leghorn took to laying day one but the Aussie still hasn't she seems a little stand off ish. It's only been two weeks so not a big issue. Are Australorps a sensitive breed?

This may be a odd question but is deli meat (turkey, roast beef etc) ok to feed as a treat?

Maybe I'm being over protective but obviously a lot of you free range...Am I missing something? I'm very concerned about predators...am I under estimating my birds abilities? What are the parameters for free ranging? Thanks

Not sure where I read that because of the natural membrane left on a backyard layed egg that it is not necessary to refrigerate the eggs True or false? Thanks

Curious how much those of you who sell eggs charge.

With respect to dual purpose birds is there an optimum age that we should process the bird for meat vs egg production? Thanks

Is grit something that needs to be fed to my flock? Thanks

Is 16% or 22% better for layers? Thanks

Yes...no? Thanks

Is it best to mix the oyster shell with the feed or as a side dish?

Should I feed my layers a set ration of feed per day or let them feed all day? Thanks

We recently(5 days ago) brought home 4 gals and now we want to get more...will we have problems with the introduction of the new ones to the flock? Thanks

Started the build last Wednesday, just about have the rough framing complete. The rough dimensions are 6 1/2' x 6 1/2' square with a roof height of 5' 9" tall. It will have 5 nesting boxes. Started out drilling 4-12"x18" deep holes filled with concrete for the vertical floor supports, installed...

Are there any calculations or rule of thumb for the amount of ventilation needed per sq/ft or per bird? Thanks

Hello all I am new to the site as well as chickens. We are planning on raising chickens for egg production and am wondering if there are certain breeds that do not get along with other breeds. Thanks