All About Chickens!
In case you haven't noticed already, I am obsessed with chickens! They are a great place to start when you're ready to expand your skills in self-sufficiency because they are small in size, inexpensive compared to other livestock, and who doesn't like delicious eggs?!
In this blog, you will find information about raising chickens not only for eggs, but for meat as well. I believe in a pastured-approach so that the resulting eggs and meat are nutritionally-dense while allowing the chickens to live a full and happy life out foraging for bugs & fresh greens.
The 7 Best Meat Chickens for Your Homestead
What are the best meat chickens to raise? There are a lot of different breeds out there to choose from, each having its own pros and cons. It can be overwhelming, and the last thing you want to do is invest in a breed and end up disappointed. Some breeds grow fast and inexpensively, yet
How to Predator Proof Your Chicken Coop
I’ve lost A LOT of chickens to predators over the past 10 years, so I’m going to sound like an awful chicken owner in this article. However, that’s why this article is going to be SO incredibly helpful for you. I’ve dealt with intense predator pressure over the past 10 years and have overcome each
How to Grow Chicken Fodder in ONLY 7 Days!
Did you know that you can easily grow chicken fodder in just 7 days? Heck yes! Chicken fodder is an amazing way to multiply your feed inexpensively, while also providing fresh greens for your chickens in the winter. You don’t even need soil or fertilizer to grow it! I’ve been growing chicken fodder for many
How Much Space Do Chickens REALLY Need?
Providing the right amount of coop space is absolutely essential to the health and well-being of your flock. Adequate space helps prevent issues like bullying, stress, and disease, but it’s also important to avoid too much space, as this can also lead to problems in the coop. We’ll cover all of the factors that go
The 5 BEST Automatic Chicken Coop Doors in 2025
It can be overwhelming to try to figure out the best automatic chicken coop door for you and your flock, but it doesn’t have to be! I’ve taken the guesswork out of it by doing the research for you. Having the right coop door can make a world of difference in terms of convenience, safety,
The 8 BEST Egg Incubators in 2025
You’ve decided to hatch your own chickens, but there are hundreds of egg incubators to choose from. So, how do you go about picking the best egg incubator for you and your homestead?! I’ve been hatching chicks since 2014 and have used MANY incubators along the way. In this article, I’ll share all of my