The Best Herbs For Chickens To Eat? These Are Them (Plus One For First Aid!) [Podcast]
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The Best Herbs For Chickens To Eat? These Are Them (Plus One For First Aid!) [Podcast]

ByMaat van Uitert Reading Time: 8 minutes

While a lot of herbs are great for chickens, there’s a few that I feel are the best herbs for chickens to eat. There’s also a couple on my list that are perfect for other uses, such as first aid and as natural cleaners (make sure you grab my free reference sheet). In this episode of What…

Chicken Breeds For Children [Podcast]
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Chicken Breeds For Children [Podcast]

ByMaat van Uitert Reading Time: 18 minutes

While there are many chicken breeds for children out there, I think some are better than others. We’ve had a lot of chickens on our farm over the years, and I believe some breeds are better for children. Although everyone has their own opinion, I’ve found that smaller and more colorful breeds are more attractive…

Save Money With A Backyard Chicken Fall Garden [Podcast]
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Save Money With A Backyard Chicken Fall Garden [Podcast]

ByMaat van Uitert Reading Time: 2 minutes

Although it’s still the middle of summer, starting a fall garden for your chickens means when cooler weather rolls around, your flock can still enjoy fresh, organic treats. In cooler weather, your chickens are more likely to suffer from vitamin and mineral deficiency, especially if you rely heavily on foraging to supplement your flock’s diet….

Fall In Love With Feeding Pumpkins To Your Chickens + Fall Coop Spray Recipe! [Podcast]
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Fall In Love With Feeding Pumpkins To Your Chickens + Fall Coop Spray Recipe! [Podcast]

ByMaat van Uitert Reading Time: 1 minute

T’is the season for pumpkins…but do you know why they’re so healthy for chickens? Do you know how to safely feed them? How about how to get them for next to nothing? Well, get ready and get on the edge of your seat, because you’re about to discover just how beneficial pumpkin can be to…

Can Chickens Eat Algae? Combating Iron Deficiency For Better Eggs [Podcast]
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Can Chickens Eat Algae? Combating Iron Deficiency For Better Eggs [Podcast]

ByMaat van Uitert Reading Time: 2 minutes

Can chickens eat algae? Yes. Yes, they can. You might already that kelp is something healthy to feed your hens, but what about spirulina? And did you know that soaking wheat can actually improve your flock’s iron absorption? We’ve dealt with iron deficiency in a couple hens on our farm, and it’s not fun.  And I’ve…

Raising Chickens with Neighbors And Winning with Karen Thompson of Lil’ Suburban Homestead [Podcast]
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Raising Chickens with Neighbors And Winning with Karen Thompson of Lil’ Suburban Homestead [Podcast]

ByMaat van Uitert Reading Time: 1 minute

If you’re raising chickens with neighbors near you, or if you haven’t gotten a flock yet because you’re worried about ticking off your neighbors, then this podcast is for you. I talk with Karen Thompson of Lil’ Suburban Homestead who is passionate about teaching people to grow food and raise chickens on a suburban homestead. In…