Globalism has killed the goose that laid the golden egg, and 'redistribution of wealth' will insure that it never be revived again. On the bright side, your article is very informative and we can have some peace in raising our own chickens and understanding the egg process! Thank you.
A suggestion is to place an ad on Craigslist in your area. I've seen ads in my area for roosters to homes not for consumption. Doubtful someone would go to the trouble to pick up or buy your rooster to then eat it when chicken meat is so cheap. I may be naive. I hope not. Depends on the area you...
My chicks are only a couple of weeks old and I have bantams (straight run), so I definitely had that question about having more than one rooster. What was suggested in my area was to put an ad on Craigslist for your area and state that the roo is not for consumption but for henny penny's looking...
Hi again Garnet,
Sounds like you've got a great setup there on 30 acres! I am sure the weather there will beat Portland's hands down! I used to work in Rohnert Park. It's wonderful country. I do like southern Oregon. Much like the Santa Rosa area (years ago) except about another 10 good...
Hi Garnet and welcome! I am a new chicky owner too. Your chicks are about 2 weeks older than mine. I noticed your new member post as I am from Sebastopol.... but alas, now live in southern Oregon. Anyways, just wanted to say hello! May your chicks bring you many joys and plenty of eggs!
Thank you for sharing a special part of your life with us. Your wonderful memories of your dad will live on with you, and I am sure you share his love with your chickens all the time. Beautiful pictures! You are young and beautiful, may your life be all you hope and dream it to be. Many...
Wow! 80 already? quite the spread down to the 40's. I'll be anxious to see how big mine are at 4 weeks. They're about 7 days old is all now. Thank you for your reply. -Joni
I've just started a new chicken family and am watching my new chicks grow daily. I have started: Buff Orphingtons, Barred Rock, Iowa Blue (see my avatar), Sicilian Buttercup, Porcelain d'Uccle, Cochin, & Silkies! Will have 12 in all!
I enjoy everyone's interaction very much, very helpful to...