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
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
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
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 Feather Pecking in Chickens Have you ever walked out to feed and check on your flock only to find one of your hens looking... Continue reading
Egg Bound Chickens: Recognizing Symptoms and Care Options DISCLAIMER: This article is for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide veterinary advice. Egg binding is a... Continue reading
Vitamins for Chickens 101: What Vitamins are Essential? Want to keep your chickens healthy, productive, and thriving? The secret lies in understanding what chicken vitamins your flock needs... Continue reading
Impacted Crop on Chickens: What You Need to Know Disclaimer: This article is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Always consult... Continue reading
Top 5 Chicken Predators & How to Protect Your Flock from Them Has your heart ever sunk at the sight of scattered feathers in your chicken run? If you're raising chickens, you've... Continue reading
Chicken Dust Baths: A DIY Guide Have you ever wondered why your chickens seem to take "dirt showers"? If you've watched your backyard flock, you've probably... Continue reading