Spring Chick Care: Brooder Setup and Healthy Growth Tips
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Spring Chick Care: Brooder Setup and Healthy Growth Tips

Getting started with spring chick care can be a really rewarding experience. We know it might seem a little daunting at first, especially if it’s your first time raising these little fluffballs. But don’t worry, we’re here to walk you through setting up a cozy brooder and making sure your chicks grow up healthy and…

Summer Goat Care: Preventing Heat Stress and Keeping Herds Healthy

Summer Goat Care: Preventing Heat Stress and Keeping Herds Healthy

Summer is here, and with it comes warmer weather. While we might enjoy the sunshine, our goats can struggle with the heat. It’s super important to pay attention to how they’re doing when the temperatures climb. We need to make sure they have everything they need to stay cool and healthy. This means thinking about…

Raising Chickens for Eggs: Cost vs. Store-Bought Comparison
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Raising Chickens for Eggs: Cost vs. Store-Bought Comparison

Thinking about getting some chickens for fresh eggs? We’ve been looking into the whole thing ourselves, and it turns out there’s a lot to consider. It’s not just about grabbing a few hens and hoping for the best. We’re comparing the upfront costs, the ongoing expenses, and how it all stacks up against just buying…

Winter Goat Care: Bedding, Nutrition, and Kidding Preparation
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Winter Goat Care: Bedding, Nutrition, and Kidding Preparation

When winter rolls around, caring for our goats gets a bit more involved. We find ourselves checking shelter, bedding, and feed more often, just to keep everyone healthy and comfortable. Winter goat care isn’t complicated, but it does mean paying attention to the little things—like making sure water isn’t frozen and that bedding stays dry….

Homemade Chicken Feed: Is It Cheaper and Healthier Than Store-Bought?
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Homemade Chicken Feed: Is It Cheaper and Healthier Than Store-Bought?

When we first thought about making our own chicken feed, we figured we’d save a ton of money and have healthier birds. Turns out, it’s not that simple. The homemade chicken feed cost can be lower, but sometimes it isn’t, especially if you only have a handful of hens. There are a lot of factors…

Winter Chicken Care: How to Keep Your Flock Warm and Laying
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Winter Chicken Care: How to Keep Your Flock Warm and Laying

Taking care of chickens in winter can feel overwhelming, especially when the wind picks up and snow starts piling up outside. We want our flock to stay warm, healthy, and keep laying eggs, but the cold months bring a lot of new challenges. Over the years, we’ve learned a few tricks to make winter chicken…

Is Raising Goats for Milk Worth It? Costs, Yields, and ROI
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Is Raising Goats for Milk Worth It? Costs, Yields, and ROI

When we first thought about raising goats for milk, we had no idea how many factors would play into the actual cost and return. It’s easy to get caught up in the idea of fresh milk every morning, but the numbers behind it are a different story. Between buying goats, setting up shelter, and keeping…