Eggs

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Colorful Egg Layers: Discovering Chickens That Lay Blue, Green, and Chocolate-Colored Eggs

Welcome to the wonderful world of farm-fresh surprises and egg-citement!  While the average egg from the grocery store might be a bland, neutral white or brown, there’s a whole flock of chickens out there with a knack for laying eggs that are anything but ordinary.  Join us as we embark on an egg-speditious adventure to …

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All You Need to Know About Broody Chickens: How to Encourage Broodiness and How to Cure It.

Picture this: fluffy feathers, intense focus, and a determination that’s more unshakable than a stubborn piece of corn stuck in the coop. That’s a broody chicken for you! Broodiness is Mother Nature’s way of saying, “Hey, it’s time to take a break from egg-laying and try out this motherhood thing.” You may want your hens …

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How Much Light Does a Chicken Need to Lay Eggs?

While factors like diet and living conditions contribute to egg production, the role of light in this equation is often underestimated or not understood at all. Chickens are sensitive to light, and understanding their natural instincts can lead to strategies that boost egg production and make for happier chicks. Though I can’t prove that chickens …

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The Best Chicken Breeds for Backyard Egg Production

Raising backyard chickens for fresh eggs has become increasingly popular. Not only do these feathered friends provide a sustainable source of nutritious eggs, but they also offer a rewarding experience.  When it comes to selecting chicken breeds for backyard egg production, certain factors need to be considered. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the …

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Boosting Hen’s Laying Production: Effective Strategies for Backyard Chicken Farmers

For poultry farmers and backyard chicken farmers alike, maximizing egg production is a hot topic because we all want to know how we can get the most out of our time and money spent in the coop. There’s nothing worse than a coop full of free-loading hens clucking their day away as if you don’t …

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Are roosters required for chickens to lay eggs?

Do You Need a Rooster for Your Backyard Chickens? If you’re embarking on the adventure of raising chickens, you’ve likely found yourself clucking with excitement over the prospect of gathering fresh, organic eggs from your very own backyard poultry. But amidst the flurry of chicken puns and excitement, a common question arises: Are roosters required …

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