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    Cornish-X: How long in brooder?

    Hi Y'all: Got my first (experimental) batch of 12 Cornish-X from the feed store last week. I have them in a playpen brooder on my porch. How long does it take these birds to feather out and be brooder-free? Thanks Suz in VT
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    Adding electronic thermostat to Hovabator

    Hi Everybody, I've been reading all the posts that refer to electronic thermostats. I have a turbo-fan hovabator that I'd like to add one to. I just ordered one of these...
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    Another Q: Mixing broilers and layers

    Here's another Q from a first-timer. I'm getting 14 chicks, straight-run next week. I will brood them and then I have a coop that is supposed to be big enough for 10 full sized chickens. My plan is to keep as many hens as I can, and 1 rooster. The rest will be processed and put in the...
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    How much starter feed should I buy?

    Greetings, everyone. I just ordered 14 chicks from Ideal. This is my first flock. I haven't bought starter feed yet. I checked it out at the local feed store last week; it came in 50 lb bags!! Will 14 chicks eat that much, or should I look for a smaller size?
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