I usually wait until almost day 21 then when it's dark 10:30/ 11 olock i put vanilla on her beak and vanilla on the chick/s and slide it/them under her. ( 9 out of10 times she has accepted them.) Must be done in the dark, no light.
Hen has finally gone broody. I have 10 fertile eggs under her for the last week. New question... Can I move her and eggs to a new coop and NOT break her brood? I was thinking of going in at night and putting her and eggs in a straw filled milk crate and moving them to the new coop. That way she...
Last year I didn't have a rooster and I was able to break my hens 3rd brood by putting her in a wire dog kennel for a day and night. Now I am wondering have I ruined her ever going broody again? This year I have a rooster and would like some chicks. Hope this is the right forum.
The paper ones go in the garden between the plants then put manure and or compost on them . When you irrigate the nutrients feed your plants and make good soil for next year. The others I just use as trash bags.
Chicken Christmas
twas the night before Christmas,
and all thru the pen,
not a chicken was squatting
not one single hen.
It's been a long time,
since they laid an egg
what do they want
for me to just beg?
The solstice just passed
the days are now longer
how long can I last
till I crumble...
Chili Cheese Puff Recipe by Taste of Home
Total Time
Prep: 10 min. Bake: 40 min.
Makes
6-8 servings
Ingredients
5 large eggs
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup (8 ounces) 4% cottage cheese
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 can (4 ounces)...