Danielle McLeod 
Keeping chickens isn’t a difficult task, however you do need to ensure their safety and health by providing a space for them to live and roost. Although there are many prefabricated chicken coops from which you can choose from, sometimes building your own is a better approach, especially if you own a large flock. Chickens …
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Lettuce has been cultivated for thousands of years as supplemental food stuff and has become a staple in most cultures as the perfect leafy green to serve alongside favorite main dishes. Although you may have heard from time to time it truly has no nutritional value, you can most definitely ignore this advice as all …
If you keep chickens, or are thinking of keeping chickens, you definitely need to provide a floor covering, or bedding material of some sort. This helps absorb moisture, keep your coop clean, and provides a comfortable place for your chickens to walk and nest upon. The best bedding for a chicken coop is very specific …
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Strawberries are one of the world’s most favorite fruits and have been cultivated for thousands of years for its sweet, juicy, and slightly tangy flavor. Hardy and easy to grow, they contain an abundance of vitamin C and antioxidants to help keep you healthy! They also pair well with a wide variety of both sweet …
There are many reasons why you may want to keep a rooster in your chicken coop, and if you are considering doing so you may be curious about many hens are ideal per rooster, and what concerns you should have. Before committing to a cute, fuzzy ball of fluff that is prepared to take on …
Whether you keep a large flock or small flock, are new to poultry keeping, or an old pro, knowing what types of chicken coops are available for your animals is an important part of keeping them healthy and happy. I’ve kept chickens for over 15 years, and with 4 moves and changes in flock size …
If you are exploring the idea of keeping chickens, you need to do a little research about the type of housing you plan on providing for them. A chicken coop not only provides protection, it also is a place for them to roost at night and lay eggs. Even if you plan on free ranging …
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Potatoes often become part of a ‘that vegetable’ controversy every few decades due to fads in diets and a general misunderstanding of what a potato provides. Although a starchy root veggie that is carbohydrate-based, it is packed full of nutrients and serves as a dependable, and important food crop. The following article explores all about …
There is no need to avoid stocking up on healthy food choices because you are on a strict grocery budget. Although it may seem that eating healthy is an expensive option, especially if you are feeding a family when you break down the cost of many products you will find that most fall well under …
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If you own chickens or are flirting with the idea, you most likely have already explored the various coop designs and sizes for your flock’s needs. But what some people overlook is what to put on the floor of a chicken coop to help make your chickens comfortable, and make your cleaning chores easier. What …