Every few weeks, I gather up some fresh and dried herbs to make my own nesting box herbs for chickens. Some of these herbs I buy in bulk, but most I grow right here on our homestead. Making a custom nesting box herbal blend can provide so many benefits to your flock. And, it’s really […]
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A common question from backyard chicken keepers is, “How do I get my chickens to lay in nesting boxes?” You’d think, at first, that this wouldn’t be an issue, right? After all, you’ve created a nice, safe, comfortable coop for them, and filled it with nesting boxes that are just their size. Any reasonable hen
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Chances are, you’ve heard of chicken pecking order. But what is it, really? And why do chickens need it? Chickens need leadership and order just like civilized human beings. And thus, the pecking order is born. Pecking order creates a calm, organized flock, and ensures the safety of the birds in it. Understanding pecking order
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