nice article on pasture for chickens in NG last week

[Perris]

This is particularly relevant to American readers, but the main points apply everywhere
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/article/happier-hens-better-eggs-pasture-raised

 

[Shadrach]

This is particularly relevant to American readers, but the main points apply everywhere
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/article/happier-hens-better-eggs-pasture-raised

It's slow progress. The farmer planting trees is halfway there but for chickens plagued by hawks and in many case ground predators trees while welcome are not the answer. Shrub clumps, bushes and even man made low height shelters where the chicken can hide from view are better options for the chickens. Shrubs under tree cover, better still.
I found that bamboo/cane clumps made excellent shelter/cover for chickens. Chickens like to be able to see out onto open spaces from the security of dense cover.
It's a bit surprising that so few of those involved in large pasture raised projects seem to know much about what chicken prefer when it comes to their security and comfort.

 

[TexasBlues]

Can you copy and paste the article?

 

[Perris]

I do not subscribe, so I think it can't be behind a paywall. Have you tried clicking on the link?

 

[Perris]

Shrub clumps, bushes and even man made low height shelters where the chicken can hide from view are better options for the chickens. Shrubs under tree cover, better still.

indeed. Mine spend most of their time in the shrub borders. Trees with low branches work well too through, as a few of them were demonstrating this morning

 

[Sally PB]

The farmer planting trees is halfway there but for chickens plagued by hawks and in many case ground predators trees while welcome are not the answer. Shrub clumps, bushes and even man made low height shelters where the chicken can hide from view are better options for the chickens. Shrubs under tree cover, better still.
I found that bamboo/cane clumps made excellent shelter/cover for chickens. Chickens like to be able to see out onto open spaces from the security of dense cover.

Interesting. Thank you.

 

[Sally PB]

When I clicked on the link, they wanted my email address, so I passed. I'm on too many mailing lists as it is.

 

[TexasBlues]

I do not subscribe, so I think it can't be behind a paywall. Have you tried clicking on the link?

I would have to register to read it. No worries. I put lots of shrubs and clutter in my chicken yard.

 

[fluffycrow]

indeed. Mine spend most of their time in the shrub borders. Trees with low branches work well too through, as a few of them were demonstrating this morning
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Same here. The only one that seems to spend any considerable time out in the open is the male, and any male I've had. When considering the male's daily tasks, I find it makes sense

 

[aart]

When I clicked on the link, they wanted my email address, so I passed. I'm on too many mailing lists as it is.

Same here.
Betting the article is more 'click/sales bait' than viable options.....marketing.