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Keeping chickens has become increasingly popular among homeowners and farmers due to the benefits they provide, including fresh eggs, meat, and fertilizer. However, keeping chickens also requires providing them with a secure and comfortable space to roam and graze. A chicken run is an enclosed...
Chickens are generally not picky eaters. They have different priorities and perceptions about food than most other animals. Most animals are interested in food that tastes good. Chickens, on the other hand, are visual eaters. When they see something, they look at it to see if it's edible, and...
We are constantly stunned at how knowledgeable and helpful our community members are! Over the years our amazing article collection in the Learning Center has grown tremendously. In order to help you write perfect, high ranking articles on BYC, we've put together a few tips:
While we mostly...
Easter is a time of joy and celebration, where families and friends come together to enjoy each other's company, exchange gifts and enjoy delicious meals. It is also a great time to get creative and make the most of the season's festivities. If you're a backyard chicken owner, why not...
Do you have old pieces of furniture lying around or you’re thinking of throwing out? What about a car, bed frames or drawers? Instead of throwing it out, upcycle it. Upcycling is a wonderful way to turn a throwaway item into something new and worth keeping. Our members learned that very thing...
The cabbage is a common vegetable that you can easily find in any store. Maybe you’re even growing your own. Because of how common it is, you might be thinking if you can give them to your chickens. However, you might be worried if it’s safe for them. Chickens love eating, but they cannot safely...
It has become increasingly popular for homeowners to raise backyard turkeys. In addition to being great pets, turkeys provide fresh and delicious meat for dinner. However, if you have never raised turkeys before, you may be wondering when to begin. There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this...
Whether you raise turkeys for personal enjoyment or as a business venture, raising them can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. To make your venture successful, however, you must choose the right turkey poults. In addition to growing faster and producing better quality meat, healthy poults...
The chicken is an omnivore, so it eats most things. The primary source of nutrition for chickens should always be high-quality chicken feed, but vegetables are also beneficial. There are, however, some vegetables that are poisonous to chickens.
So Can Chickens Eat Kale?
Among the best leafy...
Christmas is a season of joy, family, and delicious food—and that includes your feathered friends! If you’re a backyard chicken keeper, you might wonder how to share the holiday cheer with your flock. Can chickens enjoy Christmas treats? Are they safe around Christmas lights? Can they eat...
You may be wrong if you think that chickens cannot eat peanuts. Almost all backyard chicken keepers claim that their chickens love nuts! In fact, they will enjoy peanuts very much.
Can Chickens Eat Peanut Shells Or Hulls?
Yes, they can eat peanut shells. Peanut shells may be removed and...
You may want to consider giving your chickens pears if you want to feed them a fruit that is nutrient-rich and low in calories. In addition to minerals and vitamins, pears are a great source of nutrients for chickens. You can make pears a staple in your chicken's diet as long as they are safe to...
As omnivores, chickens enjoy a wide variety of foods. They are tough, hardy birds. Nevertheless, as a chicken keeper, you want to make sure your birds are healthy, well-fed, and naturally, you will have many questions regarding nutrition. And what about peas? Would you be able to feed these...
The most common poultry to keep for eggs is chickens, according to most people seeking to venture into egg farming. However, ducks make some of the best poultry for raising for eggs, especially if you're looking for rich-tasting eggs of a larger size than chicken eggs.
Although there are many...
Pineapples are very sweet, which is why chickens love eating them. Although it is one of their favorite treats, pineapples should only be given as a treat to your chickens and not in large quantities. In addition, your chickens can't eat all parts of the pineapple.
Can Chickens Eat Pineapples...
You're here to find out more about Silkie eggs, right? In addition to being adorable, fluffy chickens can also lay eggs for you and your family, which is what makes them such popular family pets.
Silkies are known for their silky or satin-like plumage. They differ from regular chickens because...
When it comes to keeping chickens healthy and happy, it is important to provide them with a balanced and nutritious diet. Fortunately, there are many aromatic herbs that you can grow in your backyard that are not only tasty but also beneficial to your chickens' health. One such herb is rosemary...
If you are a chicken owner, you know how important it is to provide your feathered friends with a balanced and nutritious diet. Chickens need a variety of nutrients to stay healthy, and feeding them with high-quality feed is a crucial part of their care. But what if we told you that there's a...
Tractor coops are great for small numbers of chickens and large spaces. They are basically big movable rectangular frames with chicken wire over the sides and are usually floor-less.
Often constructed of wood, PVC pipe, or metal framework, they usually have a coop with closed-in sides at one...
There is no doubt that backyard chickens are tough animals that can live in some of the most challenging situations. It is necessary, however, to provide some assistance to the birds during the harsh freezing winter months. While raising chickens during the winter can seem challenging, it is not...