Trusty Barn

Ever found yourself lounging on a hot summer day, munching on a juicy slice of watermelon, and thought, “Hmm, I wonder if my feathery friends would appreciate this? ...

Have you ever found yourself enjoying a juicy peach from your backyard and suddenly wondering, can my chickens have some? If you let them roam around, they might ...

If your chickens roam freely in these environments, they’ve probably encountered some mushrooms. Naturally, this might spark worries about their health. Even though chickens eagerly consume various foods, ...

What makes a chicken’s eggshell robust and their bones resilient? When I began raising chickens, the significance of calcium was a mystery to me. Can you relate? No ...

Chickens are versatile and curious eaters, often indulging in a wide range of meats as well as an assortment of fruits and veggies. Not only does it provide ...

Foliage naturally finds its way into a chicken’s menu, yet a common query remains: can chickens eat cucumbers? Chickens have a palate for diverse greens, and cucumbers are ...

Have you ever observed a chicken going about its day and wondered, “Do chickens pee?” It’s not something we typically see, is it? But don’t fret! This question ...

Ever heard of vent gleet in chickens? It sounds like something out of a sci-fi novel, right? Vent gleet, sometimes humorously referred to as “chicken thrush”, is essentially ...

Ever stumbled upon the gorgeous, chocolate-colored eggs in a farmer’s market and wondered which hen lays such beauties? Enter the Black Copper Maran Chickens! I’m a huge fan, ...

If you’re reading this, I bet you’re the proud parent of some 6 week old chickens, or you’re planning to be soon. Ah, the joy of watching them ...