Checklist for New Chicken Owners New chicken owners see the best results when chicks start on the right chick feed, have constant access to clean... Continue reading
Dos and Don’ts Now That You Have Chicks New chicks have big nutritional and environmental needs, and getting the basics right sets the tone for healthy growth and... Continue reading
Plan Your Perfect Flock: Choosing the Right Chickens TLDR: Selecting the right chickens starts with your goals, climate, and lifestyle, then matching breeds that thrive in your environment... Continue reading
Mixing Chickens, Ducks & Quail: Plan Your 2026 Flock Right TLDR: Yes, chickens, ducks, and quail can live together successfully if you plan carefully. A healthy mixed flock of chickens,... Continue reading
How to Safely Add New Chickens to Your Flock This Winter Adding new chickens to your existing flock can be a rewarding way to expand your backyard operation; however, timing is... Continue reading
How to Winterize a Chicken Coop When temperatures drop, you need to consider your flock's comfort and health during the winter months. Chickens are remarkably hardy... Continue reading
Pellets or Crumbles? A Practical Guide for Your Backyard Chickens If you’re already feeding your hens our Kalmbach Feeds® Henhouse Reserve®, you know they enjoy the textured mix packed with... Continue reading
Chickens in Winter: Your Complete Care Guide Chickens can handle colder weather better than many realize, but they still need thoughtful winter care to stay warm, healthy,... Continue reading
Minorca Chickens: Your Helpful Care Guide Minorca chickens are one of the most eye-catching Mediterranean breeds you can add to your flock. Known for their striking... Continue reading
Naked Neck Chickens: Your Essential Care Guide If you've spotted a chicken with a bare, featherless neck, you may have met a Naked Neck chicken! Sometimes called... Continue reading
Supporting Chicken Egg Production Through Proper Nutrition Few things are more rewarding than gathering fresh eggs each morning when raising chickens. But if you've noticed a dip... Continue reading
How to Stop Chickens from Sleeping in Nesting Boxes Picture this: you head out to the coop for morning chores, looking forward to gathering fresh eggs and feeding your... Continue reading