by Ann Accetta-Scott | May 8, 2020 | Ann Accetta-Scott, Chickens, Featured, 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 Amy Fewell | Apr 17, 2020 | Amy Fewell, Chicken Coops, Guest Articles, Homesteading
An easy chicken coop. Is there even such a thing? With the plethora of chicken coop plans that are out there, sometimes we just want something simple and easy. A DIY chicken coop is even better especially if you’re on a budget. Make it a chicken tractor, and we’ve got...
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...
by Ann Accetta-Scott | Feb 21, 2020 | Ann Accetta-Scott, Chickens, Ducks, Guest Articles, Homesteading, Raising Chickens
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....
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...
by McMurray Staff | Jul 30, 2010 | Homesteading, Interviews, Raising Chickens
Barbara Chatterton-Luuring and her family are starting a homestead in Machias, Maine. They moved there from the Netherlands about a year ago and began raising chickens for the first time this Spring. They are starting a homestead on three acres with a flock of 45...
