Rooster and hen standing in snow next to a chicken coop

How Cold is Too Cold for Chickens?

No matter how experienced you are in raising chickens, as the mercury begins to drop you might start second-guessing yourself and wondering, “how cold is too cold for chickens?” This is a concern raised by people who love raising chickens everywhere, but especially those who live in cold, unforgiving climates. Luckily, chickens are pretty hardy…

How to keep a chicken coop warm in winter - hens in snow
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How To Keep A Chicken Coop Warm In Winter

Not sure how to keep a chicken coop warm in winter? Then pull up a chair, because we have quite a few (battle-tested) ideas for you today. (Want to know how to keep your flock’s water from freezing? Get my genius hacks here). While the winters never get too brutal here in Missouri, we still…

Portrait of white Sultan chicken

Best Hatcheries to Buy Sultan Chickens

A good sultan is hard to find. Since the 1550s, the title has belonged to Muslim sovereigns, and the tradition has carried through the centuries into the present day. Though they have largely become individuals of lore, there still exist certain areas in the Middle East and Africa where the honorific endures. The news and…

Leghorn Chicken standing on a bright blue chair with two strawberries
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Leghorn Chickens – Italian Spice and Everything Nice

Ah, Italy… one of the most romantic destinations in all the world, home to some of the finest wines, exceptional seafood, exquisite pasta, and… chickens? Ummmm, chickens you say? Yup. Believe it or not, one of the most iconic chickens originated in Tuscany, Italy. I mean, when we think of a chicken, what comes to…