by McMurray Staff | Jun 25, 2020 | Contests
In June, we passed 100,000 likes and followers on our McMurray Hatchery Facebook page! To celebrate this milestone, and to thank our followers, we held a 10-day 100K Giveaway, with daily prizes ranging from free t-shirts to free chicks. Congratulations to these...
by Ann Accetta-Scott | May 8, 2020 | Ann Accetta-Scott, Chickens, Guest Articles, Homesteading, Raising Chickens
The benefits of free-range poultry are great. The process creates a healthier bird, meat, and egg product. To make the process enjoyable and less stressful for the poultry keeper, poultry learn the best techniques on how to free-range poultry successfully. Is there...
by McMurray Staff | May 1, 2020 | Chicken Coops, Chickens, McMurray Hatchery Customer Stories, Raising Chickens
Chicken coops come in as many shapes and sizes as there are breeds of chickens. As popularity for keeping chickens has risen over the past decade, chicken coops now range from those built purely for function, to a custom dream home for backyard flocks with white glove...
by McMurray Staff | Mar 27, 2020 | Ann Accetta-Scott, Guest Articles, Poultry Equipment, Raising Chickens
Chicken coop necessities you will want for raising chickens. Building a chicken coop consists of utilizing recycled materials for items such as nesting boxes, roosting bars, and drop pans. This beginner’s guide to chicken coops provides you the necessary...
by Amy Fewell | Feb 27, 2020 | Amy Fewell, Chicken Breeds, Guest Articles, Homesteading
When you’ve finally made the decision to add chickens to your homestead, you might find you need some help selecting the best chicken breeds. There are so many poultry breeds to choose from in the wonderful world of chickens. From laying hens and meat chickens, to...