So, I'm hoping to get started with laying hens. I've been reading and watching videos around the net, and have found some contradictory information.
First, I should say that I'm hoping to have between 2 and 4 hens. 4 is the absolute max, mostly because I don't want to go overboard before...
First question here. Just started looking into the possibility of keeping hens in our new back yard. I read a lot of threads on here, but most seem to be concerned with minimum size of coops or runs.
My questions is mostly related to having sufficient space in the run to avoid excessive manure...
First post on here, so I thought I'd pop in and greet everyone.
Having grown up in the country (lot's of space, dirt roads, well water etc.), I have since lived in the the heart of some of Europe's largest cities. My family and I finally got a opportunity to move out closer to the countryside...