What are Some of the Challenges of Raising Chickens?

free range chickens in a country farm

Taking care of chickens in your own backyard has its share of ups and downs. On one side, you get fresh eggs and meat, but on the other hand, it takes a huge responsibility, and you get to face many challenges. Raising chickens includes additional costs, maintenance work, veterinarian visits, cleaning tasks, … Read more

Caring For Chickens in Winter

A flock of chickens 

It can be hard to take care of chickens in winter, especially for smallholders who don’t have access to the facilities available in poultry farms for chickens. Chickens are susceptible to weather fluctuations; if laying hens are not kept warm in winters, they tend to stop producing eggs. Moreover, it is hard … Read more