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Composting Chicken Manure Fertilizer

Composting Chicken Manure Fertilizer

by Janet Garman | Aug 8, 2021 | Gardening, Guest Articles, Janet Garman, Raising Chickens

After raising chickens for a short while, you will understand the importance of composting chicken manure fertilizer. Even a small flock will produce an admirable amount of chicken manure. Some gardeners refer to this as garden gold. Once composted, chicken manure...
Preparing Your Winter Chicken Coop

Preparing Your Winter Chicken Coop

by Amy Fewell | Dec 4, 2020 | Amy Fewell, Chicken Coops, Chickens, Guest Articles, Homesteading

     Winter is here and I need to think about the things to do to start preparing my chicken coop and chickens for their winter chicken coop set up. Wait, what? I have a winter set up and check list for my chickens? Why yes, yes I do! And it might be something you...
Using Chickens and Geese in the Garden

Using Chickens and Geese in the Garden

by Amy Fewell | May 15, 2020 | Amy Fewell, Chickens, Geese, Guest Articles, Homesteading

Chickens and geese aren’t just a great homestead food source. You can start using chickens and geese in the garden to help you create a bountiful harvest each year! And, if you’ve ever wanted to start raising geese, this is a great excuse for you to dive right in this...
Raising Chickens with Ducks

Raising Chickens with Ducks

by Ann Accetta-Scott | Feb 21, 2020 | Ann Accetta-Scott, Chickens, Ducks, Guest Articles, Homesteading, Raising Chickens, Waterfowl

Raising chickens with ducks is achievable and ideal for those with limited space. When building a chicken coop make sure to plan the space accordingly for both species. Also, chickens and ducks can consume the same type of poultry feed, herbs, and natural supplements....
Homestead Living | Starting a Homestead

Homestead Living | Starting a Homestead

by Ann Accetta-Scott | Jan 24, 2020 | Ann Accetta-Scott, Guest Articles, Homesteading

Homesteading for beginners, learn the tips and tricks for the first year of homestead living. Establish a mini farm growing food and raising livestock, and quickly find your homesteading community. A good tribe of people are worth their weight in gold. The dream is...
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