Recent content by HappyFarmGirl

So, I Did a pre-dawn inspection and roost wipe and NOTHING. I currently have 25 laying hens housed in a 8’ x 10’ coop with roosts all around and 9 nesting boxes. They spend their days outside in 30’ x 70’ fenced in yard. I feel like they have plenty of room. Any thoughts why they may be...

Anyone out there had any experience with hemp bedding? I think my girls have mites. They have picked at themselves and each other to the point their backs and vent areas are featherless. I’ve read that the hemp may help rid them? Thank you.

Just Adopted 32 silk laced wyandottes, 3 roosters and 29 hens. I am new to the whole chicken thing. thinking I may be certifiably crazy. Have already done Yons of research on BYC.