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    ⠀ Methionine?

    Hello, I know this substance is an amino acid but have to say that I don't really understand what it's role is in producing healthy hens and great eggs. Can you please explain - in average layperson's terms? Where does it come from? Many thanks.
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    Rooster injury around vent - poo problem - need help

    About a week and a half ago, my juvenile Ameracauna - easter egger rooster (11 weeks) was attacked by others in the flock. I don't know what started the attack. His back end was seriously pecked and bleeding from several places. A good bit of his back was plucked too - all his tail feathers...
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    Will tapioca pearls be OK for chicken feed?

    I've been cleaning out my cupboard and found some tapioca pearls that have been there since 2001!. They look OK but clearly, I'm not going to be using them. I know they need to be soaked before using - would this be OK for my chickens (once they've been soaked and are softened)? They're from...
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    Egg refrigerator outside - will cold temps kill it?

    This is the first winter that I'm selling my eggs on a 'self-serve' basis where my customers pre-pay and I leave them their eggs in a small fridge that is outside. It is on an open porch that has a roof. It's going down to the mid-20's tonight and I read that these type temps will kill a...
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    Looking to form a Organic feed buying group in Middle TN

    Want others to join a purchasing group that buys organic feed from Country Side Natural (www.countrysidenatural.com). They are located in VA - the feed isn't cheap (around $22 per 50 # bag + shipping) but the quality is very high. It contains kelp, no soy. Lot's of whole grain and cracked corn...
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    Electric fence vs auto door for nighttime protection?

    Hello, I'm taking the plunge and am getting ready to buy my first chicks. This is my first post here. I've been working on building a portable chicken house that can be moved with my lawn tractor. I could use some experienced guidance about the best way to keep predators out of my coop at...
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