Backyard Fowl Keepers

How do you keep an outdoor brooder comfortable for chicks when temperatures swing between hot and cold? I know its important to keep them warm enough when its cool and cool enough when its hot, so they need space to move where theyre comfortable.

Also, how do you block direct breezes without ...

I'd wonder about stress from isolation affecting her digestion. Maybe try giving her some high-protein treats like scrambled eggs to boost her energy.

Im new to backyard chicken keeping and currently researching different breeds to start my flock. I want hens that are good, consistent layersespecially in the winterbut Id prefer to avoid high-production hybrids like Red Sex Links or ISA Browns.

Id also love to have a mix of egg colors beyond ...

The blood on the walls is a bad sign,this isn't just a scuffle; it's a serious fight. If Tatlı is attacking more frequently, he could end up killing Thor or the smallest roo. The fact that he leaves the biggest rooster alone suggests he's fixating on weaker birds. I'd recommend separating him ...

I've found that chicks love little bits of soft fruit like mashed blueberries or chopped apple. Just be sure to introduce new foods slowly and in tiny amounts!

Since you want to avoid freezing meat, think about how many quail you consume per week and match that with your hatching schedule. If you eat 4 birds a week, you'll need a system that provides at least 16-20 birds per month. That means incubating around 20 eggs every 2-3 weeks, factoring in hatch ...

Try adding natural barriers like branches or small crates,giving them more things to interact with can sometimes break up tension and redirect aggressive energy.

Keep in mind that most commercial meat birds today come from carefully selected lines that aren't easy to replicate at home. However, a Cornish x Delaware or Cornish x White Rock cross should still work well.

I once had my humidity spike to 80% during lockdown due to an issue with my incubator. Almost all of my chicks drowned in their shells. It was devastating.

I had the same issue, and I started with sand, but it didn,t work well in the wet conditions. Now, I use a combination of wood shavings and straw, and I also have a small area where I added some cedar chips for odor control. Regular cleaning is key, but the straw has helped absorb moisture. I,ve ...