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[Chaneys Ranch]

May you all have a blessed Merry Christmas, safe and well.

 

[Faraday40]

Oh my the kids have grown so much! Your daughter is a beautiful young lady. And your son is so handsome! I really enjoyed the pictures. I see both have their favorite birds too!

For some reason the kids get older.... but we stay the same age. Right?!

 

[Chaneys Ranch]

For some reason the kids get older.... but we stay the same age. Right?!

I still feel like 40 and am 56 lol I just keep keeping on!

 

[slutter]

Merry Christmas, all!

 

[Chaneys Ranch]

One more Christmas gathering Sunday. I enjoy the holidays, but I'm wupped.

 

[Chaneys Ranch]

We've sold our Angus yearling bull calf he leaves tomorrow. He is terrible, won't tolerate chickens in the pasture. Wants to attack anything that moves. I won't keep any aggressive animal period especially large ones! I bought him before we found the Herefords.
I want all my flocks to feel safe. They all get a free range day on rotation. Just a mean jerk will be glad he's gone. Now all the chickens can go into the pastures unharmed.

 

[Pollitos6]

Hello,

Merry Christmas to all
I was wondering where do you all purchase your layer pellets. I like to give my girls organic feed but with 25 chickens and 3 ducks it gets very expensive. Do you guys recommend any store that doesn't break the bank?
ps.- I live in the Camby area.
Thanks

 

[TooCheep]

Organic will always be more expensive, but you can find better deals. Tractor Supply in Mooresville carries at least three lines (Nature's Best, Purina, and Dumor) that include organic. Purina is noticeably more expensive than the other two. Based on what I saw on their web site, I don't think they carry them in store, but you can order online for free pickup at the store.

 

[Pollitos6]

Organic will always be more expensive, but you can find better deals. Tractor Supply in Mooresville carries at least three lines (Nature's Best, Purina, and Dumor) that include organic. Purina is noticeably more expensive than the other two. Based on what I saw on their web site, I don't think they carry them in store, but you can order online for free pickup at the store.

Thanks

 

[Pollitos6]

Hello I am new to this site and live in Borden Indiana. It is roughly 30 mins north of Louisville. I was wondering if there is anyone local to the area who could help me in determining where to get chickens and what type of coops work best and what type of chickens work best for our climate. Thanks in advance. I am new to the chick life.

Hello,

I live in the Camby area and I started with chickens about 2 years ago. On my experience I can tell you that if you can build your own coop then do it. The coops that you get online or at the store are very flimsy and very expensive. Also, make sure you predator proof your coop. I learned the hard way.
As far as chicken breed you need to make sure they will stand Indiana's cold winter. These are some of the chicken breeds that I have and are very easy to take care.
Buff Orpinton.- These chickens are dual purpose meat/eggs, they are very friendly and calm. Bad thing is that they can get broody very easy. They are good egg layers and provide nice size eggs.
Isa Brown.- This is a crossbreed chicken, therefore no worries about getting broody. Nice temperament and good egg layers too
Black australop.- Also a dual purpose meat/eggs. They are docile and does good in cold weather. They can also get broody. Good egg layers.
Plymouth Rock Chicken.- Dual purpose meat/eggs. Provide large size eggs, they are docile and good in cold weathers.
I have added a new edition to my flock : Blue Bells and Oliver egger. They are still to young ( can't wait for the blue and green eggs )

Good Luck!!!