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[chickenmichelle]

Howdy from Texas!!!! I want to start raising my own chickens for both eggs and meat as a step to becoming more self-sufficient. I would appreciate any tips, pointers, or info to help me get started correctly!!!!!

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC!

 

[chickenmichelle]

Thank you!!!

 

[TwoCrows]

Hi there and welcome to BYC!

You might start with the learning center here of BYC for some pointers and tips...

https://www.backyardchickens.com/atype/1/Learning_Center

Great to have you aboard and enjoy BYC!

 

[roostersandhens]

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC.

 

[Kelsie2290]

Hello and Welcome To BYC! X2 on the BYC Learning Center and check out the BYC Breeds section and Henderson chicken breed chart for breed ideas. http://www.ithaca.edu/staff/jhenderson/chooks/chooks.html#j

 

[gander007]

 

[petrel]

Welcome to BYC

 

[liz9910]

Welcome to BYC! I also strongly recommend checking out the Learning Center, best of luck to you!