Articles by Marty1876

I got NPIP tested recently. My state does it for free, and I have a nice flock of pure birds that I want to sell eggs and birds from, shipping if needed. It's a simple process, the state comes, gets small amounts of blood, and tests it for a variety of illnesses. Here, in Kansas, they also...

We all love our hens! Everyone wants to have the perfect place to keep our special friends. Some are expensive pullets, some we've cared for since they were barely bigger than the egg they hatched out of, and some have been in our care since their arrival from their mother hens to our hands...

Decreasing your CHICKENS Carbon Footprint Saving the WORLD one choice at a time. We all hear this, almost daily sometimes. I want the world to be a better place, and I bet you do too. The need to cut back on our use of practically everything...

I love ALL my birds. There isn't a single one I would want to sell or give away today. I am happy to give away some of the expense of feeding good quality food though, and in fact I have done just that! This diet works for all juvenile and adult layers, breeders, and most future entrees. Using...

Ducks - The quiet backyard layer Ducks are amazing. You’ll be hard pressed to find a hardier bird for your backyard. Ducks eat a myriad amount of pests in your garden (but never a perfect ripe tomato)! If your neighbors are close, ducks maybe a more quiet choice than a hen. Speaking of hens...

This is an EASY and DELICIOUS savery chicken and veggie receipe. Delicious enough for having friends over for a semi casual or casual supper, and it scents the house deliciously. Cook it on 300 for 1 hour and 15+ minutes to have ready right after church, if its close, instead of 400 for 30-40...