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Henopause – How Does A Hen’s Age Affect Egg Production?
Henopause. It’s a funny play on words, but thinking about how a hen ages can help us understand how this critical factor affects egg production

How Does Heat Stress Affect Egg Production?
Baby, it’s hot outside! With soaring summer temperatures in many regions, the effect of heat stress on your hens can be very concerning. We recently

Understanding the Change in a Pullet’s Body Before She Begins Laying
Did you get new chicks this spring? If so, your new chicks are probably entering their teenage period or are just beginning to mature into

What to Expect When Your New Chicks Start Laying Eggs
If you invested in some baby chicks this spring, it’s time to start watching your nesting boxes! Finding the first egg from a group of

3 Frequently Asked Questions & Answers About Backyard Chickens
A curious mind is such a blessing! If you are anything like me, you probably spend most of the time with your chickens laughing, observing,

How Do Chickens Regulate Their Temperature?
Summer is approaching and pretty soon we will all be working hard to beat the heat. This includes our feathered friends as well. Today we

How to Introduce New Chickens to Your Flock
If you decided to expand your flock this year, you may be wondering about the best way to introduce new chickens to your feathered family.

The Ins and Outs of Feeding Silkies
Do Silkies need a specialized diet? That can be a complicated question and the answer often depends on your goals for the Silkies in your

How to Feed Your Baby Chicks
Peep, peep. Spring always brings a much-needed feeling of renewal and growth. Whether you are starting a new flock or hoping to add some youth