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[West Virginia]

Howdy. My name is Robert. I am very new to raising chickens. I am in the first stages of planning my coop and picking out chicken breeds. I hope to start an egg business. So my main interest in chickens breeds that are good egg layers. Joined this sight to learn and hopefully avoid as many mistakes as I can.

 

[Pork Pie]

Hello Robert and welcome to BYC

I'd advise starting out small and learning along the way before expanding.

Here’s a link to the Articles section - https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/ There you’ll find lots of information on almost every aspect of keeping chickens - from coop building ideas, to incubating eggs.

There’s a link on the page above to the Learning Centre - it’s a great resource. If you have a specific topic in mind, just type it in the search box - there's a wealth of information on past and present threads.

Each week, various topics are discussed, which can also be a great resource - https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/topic-of-the-week-thread-archive


You may wish to consider joining your state thread as it will put you in touch with other BYC members in your area - Find Your State Thread


Best wishes

Pork Pie

 

[N F C]

Hi Robert, it's nice to have you here! Pork Pie Ken has given you some helpful links, if you have any questions, always feel free to ask...everyone is here to help each other.

Best of luck and thanks for joining us!

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to Backyardchickens.com aka BYC!
We are glad you joined our flock.
Jump right in and make yourself at home.
I've never yet tried a pickled egg...sounds kinda good.
This video will help you learn how to navigate this site:

CURRENT COOP CONTEST click here >>#1

 

[MrsMistyReal]

 

[Allie Grace Sanders]

Welcome to the flock, @West Virginia! Great to have you here! So happy you decided to join us!

 

[007Sean]

Howdy Robert Happy to have you join the family. Enjoy your time here at BYC!

 

[sourland]

Good morning, Robert, and welcome to BYC. Set your goals, study the forums, ask questions, plan , and you will be successful in establishing a healthy flock.

 

[drumstick diva]

Glad to meet you Robert, welcome to the Backyard chickens community

 

[JerryR708]

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