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The Big Backyard Chicken Starter Guide: Everything You Need to Know to Raise Backyard Chickens
New to raising backyard chickens and not sure what you need to do? This guide holds everything you need to know to start things off on the right foot.
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How to Reuse Eggshells: 4 (Legitimate) Uses for Chicken Eggshells in Your Home and Garden
If you throw your egg shells in the trash, take a minute to read this article! Your chickens’ eggs don’t just make a good breakfast – their shells are a useful resource, too.
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Can I Eat Fertilized Chicken Eggs? Plus Other Frequently Asked Questions About Eggs
New and old chicken keepers alike sometimes wonder about eating fertilized eggs. In this post, we’ll go over whether they’re ok to eat, some frequently asked questions, and other things to consider.
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What Can Chickens Eat? Scraps and Leftovers That Chickens Love (And Some They Don’t)
Have you ever wondered about what kitchen scraps might be safe to feed your chickens, and which ones might be dangerous? We’ll go over some of chickens’ favorite human foods and others that you should avoid giving them in this post.
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Self-Sufficiency, Sustainability, and You: 20+ Eco-Friendly Retailers That Help You Live Greener
Green, sustainable living is hard enough without having to do it all yourself! In this article, you’ll find several of the best eco-friendly and thoughtful retailers that I’ve found on the ‘net so far – ready to help you along in your journey of self-sufficiency and sustainability. Updated regularly!
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Do I Need a Rooster in My Flock? 5 Reasons You Might Want a Rooster (and 4 Reasons You Might Not)
Roosters are both loved and hated in the backyard chicken world, so you may be wondering if keeping one is right for you. Read to learn more about the benefits and drawbacks of keeping roosters.
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Cheap Chicken Coop Cheats: 6 Ways to Save Money On Your Coop Build
Chicken coops can be daunting to build and expensive to purchase. As long as you’re willing to use a little elbow grease, you can easily shrink those chicken coop costs. Keep reading to learn more!
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7 DIY-Friendly Chicken Coops You Can Build For Cheap
Need to build a chicken coop on a budget? With these coops, all you need are some tools, creativity, and basic carpentry skills to get the job done.
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How to Buy Hatching Eggs on eBay: 7 Tips From a Hatching Addict
Looking to get your feet wet hatching fertile eggs? eBay is a great place to start – but, before you start, take a few minutes to read through our tips and tricks!