It’s hard not to be aware of your environmental impact these days. But it can also feel hard to effectively limit it without leaving society entirely and taking to the trees. While there’s no need to do anything that drastic, partially opting out of industrial agribusiness by keeping a flock of chickens is a relatively accessible option for many people […]
Keeping a small flock of backyard chickens has numerous benefits. These feathered friends make lively pets, are endlessly entertaining for children, and provide garden fertilizer. Having laying hens is an excellent way to boost local food production and is possible in both urban and rural settings. Ideally, hens produce a steady supply of fresh, nutritious eggs and decrease our reliance […]
Backyard chickens have skyrocketed in popularity. Keeping laying hens is an excellent way to fortify our relationship with our food and an ideal activity for people cooped up at home due to the pandemic. Laying hens make great companions for children, who will likely want to name the birds and bring them tasty treats. Chickens require relatively little daily maintenance […]
Are you interested in raising chickens? Chris Lesley, a fourth-generation chicken keeper and editor at Chickens and More, has a special offer for Earth911 readers. It’s a free download of her new book, Raising Chickens: The Common-Sense Beginner’s Guide to Backyard Chickens. This all-purpose handbook is for anyone looking to raise happy, healthy, and productive backyard chickens. It combines decades […]