Fermented Chicken Feed with Herbs: Benefits & How to Do It
If you’re already fermenting feed for your chickens (or thinking about it), you’re likely someone who cares about giving your flock the best natural health
Category: Raising Chickens
Learn everything you need to raise happy, healthy backyard chickens—naturally! From choosing the best breeds and setting up your coop to managing molting and broody hens, this section covers every stage of chicken keeping. After 25 years of raising my own flock, I share practical, time-tested tips and herbal remedies that make chicken care easier, safer, and more rewarding. Whether you’re new or experienced, you’ll find trusted advice to keep your hens thriving all year long.
How to Encourage Hens to Use Nesting Boxes with Herbs
If you’ve ever found eggs in odd places around your coop or yard, you know how frustrating it can be when your hens refuse to
How to Keep Hens Laying Eggs During Hot Weather with 5 Cooling Herbs
Raising chickens in the summer heat can be challenging, especially when it starts to affect egg production. When temperatures rise, your hens can experience heat
🐭Can Chickens Get Sick from Eating Rat Poop?
If you’ve noticed rodent activity around your chicken coop, you’re probably wondering:Can chickens get sick from eating rat poop? Unfortunately, the answer is yes —
7 Important Facts-Can Chickens Eat Grapes?
Yes, chickens can eat grapes—and they love them! Grapes are juicy, sweet, and packed with nutrients that can benefit your flock when fed in moderation.
7 Things You Need to Know-Can Chickens Eat Peaches?
Can chickens eat peaches? Yes, chickens can eat most parts of a peach in moderation. Peaches are packed with nutrients and they have quite fun
Herbs for Chickens Made Simple: What to Use & Why
The best herbs for backyard chickens are not readily available to them. Free-ranging and chickens in the wild will instinctively forage for a variety of
How to Make Your Own Nesting Box Herbs for Chickens
Grow Your Own or Buy—Naturally Support Your Hens Creating a cozy, healthy space for your laying hens starts with more than just straw and shavings—it
