Marek’s disease, also called “MD” or “fowl paralysis,” is a highly contagious disease spread by the herpes virus. It’s one of the most common chicken illnesses, so it pays to know what this disease is, how it spreads, and how to treat it. This page contains affiliate links, which means I might get a commission […]
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One of the best ways to raise baby chicks is to let a broody hen do all the work. And, it’s surprisingly easy to do! We have done this successfully on our homestead, and it’s a joy to watch. The Benefits of Raising Baby Chicks with a Surrogate Mother This post may contain affiliate links,
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Have you ever thought about gardening with chickens? If you have both, gardens and chickens, then you might think that it can’t be done. After all, when left to their own devices, free range chickens will happily eat your precious seedlings, devour your tomatoes and squash, and poop all over your gardening bench. However, with
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