Maybe use nylon nails so when you saw the trees for firewood (if that's part of your long term plan) you don't have an accident. Chain saws and metal nails are an interesting mix.
I like it though. Natural coops look better and make for happy chooks. I planted an apple tree in my run and the...
Thank you. AuntNomi: I'm giving your app a whirl. Could you tell me if the app will sync across devices?
Many thanks. Only a few more days and I'll have some new members to add o the database ;)
Thanks everyone. I'm sure there are lots of great people on here as there are on most forums. CTKen: I had some time in Thika and Mombassa 2 decade ago. I was born and grew up in Africa (Zimbabwe) for the first 23 years of my life. It's a big continent, but it's a small World!
Today I've been...
Can anyone recommend an app for iPads etc for me to manage my flock?
I'm interested in casually monitoring the outlay of food, egg production and if possible the individual bird comparison. I have a small flock and I'm only expecting their egg sales to cover the cost of their food.
Many...
Thank you YC! Down here in Somerset we are near the Mendips. The walls are built by Yorkshiremen. It would look like home from home to you. Beautiful. The beer's not quite as good but I'll put money on the cider being the best.
I'll fly my flag from the off: I'm a pragmatic keeper and err on...
Hi. I'm Blair from Somerset, England. 42 years old, beard, long hair, self employed organic gardener. 6 and 14 year old daughters. Cycle tourist and general outdoors type.
I've cut my flock down to 5 hens (Marans, Leghorns, RIR & Black Rock) To bolster the flock, my daughters are incubating...