Picture credit: Morning Chores The Delaware chicken breed is one of the most versatile and loved breeds for backyard chicken keepers....

Picture credit: Scratch cradle It’s spring, and for many backyard chicken keepers, that means one thing: new chicks! I usually order mine...

I must be in my maraschino cherry phase. I don’t drink Diet Coke very often, but when I do, I always add a few maraschino cherries. Not...

Every spring, I get the itch to add to my backyard flock! All it takes is one peek over the edge of the chick brooders at our local farm...

Everyone stop what you’re doing! I am SO excited to share this super simple homemade mayonnaise recipe with you today. Why? Because it...

Picture credit: Hoover’s Hatchery Do you have a running list of chickens you’d like to add to your flock? Of course you do! Well, I have...

It’s chick season! Whether you’re adding to your flock or just dreaming about new feathered friends, now is the perfect time to explore...

One of the most common questions I get is, “Can Chicken E-lixir be used for chicks?” The short answer? Yes! Today, we’ll dive into why...

Photo Credit: Magnolia Kitchen Last week, it was -15°F in Minnesota, and today it’s 50°F. That's a 65-degree swing! Only in the Midwest,...

Most people start raising backyard chickens for the fresh eggs, but they quickly realize their hens become beloved pets, too. It’s truly...

Introducing new chickens to an existing flock can be a tricky process, and how you do it matters! The integration phase  is crucial for...

There is nothing better than getting little chicks. I love listening to their tiny peeps and spend hours just observing their behaviors....

Raising backyard chickens is so rewarding and fulfilling ! There’s nothing better than watching your girls flock toward you or collecting...

Deworming chickens is an essential part of maintaining a healthy flock. Worm infestations can lead to weight loss, decreased egg...

It’s a cold January here in Minnesota and I’ve had a number of people reach out as to why their hens aren’t laying eggs. Keeping chickens...

When to switch chicken feed is a common question for new backyard chicken keepers. I get it! I had a lot of the same questions when I...

Incubating eggs is an exciting but sometimes stressful journey. I’ll never forget the first time I hatched Silkie chickens—it was both...

Pictured: Barred Holland Chicken Picture Credit: Braided River Farm Holland chickens are a rare and special breed with plenty to offer....

Picture Credit: PKP Way Merry Christmas, everyone! Today, I’m excited to share one of my family’s favorite holiday recipes—our delicious...

Picture Credit: Spectrum Poultry I know what you’re thinking…pink eggs?!?! Stick with me. I’m not talking about bright pink eggs. While...