Author Archives: McMurray Staff

How Can I Get My Hens to Lay in their Nest Boxes?

Posted on August 30, 2011 by McMurray Staff

Sometimes hens lay their eggs on the floor of the coop, which can be a problem because the eggs get soiled from their manure, and the eggs are more likely to get cracked, broken, or stepped on. Hens will also … Continue reading →

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Which Chicken Breeds Do You Recommend for Warm Climates?

Posted on August 16, 2011 by McMurray Staff

A recent question from one of our blog readers was: I live in the Deep South and I am wondering which breed of chickens would best tolerate the heat and humidity? I am looking for layers, that produce well year … Continue reading →

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Our Best Egg Layers

Posted on July 26, 2011 by McMurray Staff

The breeds listed below are our best egg layers.  They lay large eggs, and they lay frequently and consistently. White Egg Layers Pearl White Leghorns – Excellent layers of large, white eggs. They are our most prolific layers and have … Continue reading →

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How to Introduce New Chickens into Your Flock, Questions and Answers

Posted on June 21, 2011 by McMurray Staff

1. How old should the chickens be when I introduce them into the main flock?

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Television Appearance Opportunity for a Duck Farm

Posted on June 20, 2011 by McMurray Staff

Do you have a duck farm? Would you like your duck farm to be featured on Food Network Canada TV with Chef Lynn Crawford?

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Information About Salmonella

Posted on June 1, 2011 by McMurray Staff

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia recently asked us to distribute a brochure about Salmonella and handling of chicks and ducklings. We are glad to do this as a public service to all of our customers. If … Continue reading →

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Raising Chickens for Our Home Flock, Day 17

Posted on May 19, 2011 by McMurray Staff

Cleaning out the brooder. Foraging in the yard. Friendly Americana. Photos. Continue reading →

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Dark Cornish

Posted on April 29, 2011 by McMurray Staff

History Cornish, originally known as Indian Game, were developed in Cornwall, England in the 1800s by Sir Walter Raleigh Gilbert from the Aseel, Old English Game, and Malay.  The Dark Cornish was admitted to the Standard in 1893, and the … Continue reading →

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Naked Necks (Turkens)

Posted on April 6, 2011 by McMurray Staff

History The exact origins of Naked Necks, or Turkens, is uncertain, but some archaeologists believe they originated in Malaysia and spread from there. The popular name, Turken, comes from the mistaken belief that it was a cross between a turkey … Continue reading →

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Should I Feed My Chickens Oyster Shells?

Posted on March 29, 2011 by McMurray Staff

If you have laying hens, we recommend that you give them ground oyster shells. It is best to do this “free choice” by putting the oyster shells in a separate container, so that the hens can take as much as … Continue reading →

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