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Dr. Bob Stock Educates on Coccidiosis in Chickens
Raising backyard chickens is a true joy in my life. Before we reentered raising our feathered friends, I’d scroll through social media...
Annie
Jun 25, 20203 min read
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Building a Chicken Playset: A Fun DIY for Your Flock
I would love to tell you that I’m a DIY queen and that I know my way around power tools and the lumber yard, but I’m not and I don’t! I...
Annie
Jun 18, 20202 min read
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The Best Summertime Treats for Your Chickens
We are so excited around here! When you live in Minnesota, you learn to appreciate the beautiful weather. So for us, Summer is finally...
Annie
Jun 9, 20202 min read
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National Egg Day: Fun Facts and Benefits of Farm-Fresh Eggs
I know what you’re thinking… there’s always something to celebrate, right? It’s hard to keep track of all the national holidays! But...
Annie
Jun 3, 20202 min read
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10 Foods You Should Never Feed Your Chickens (And Safe Alternatives)
If you're raising chickens, you’ve likely noticed they’re always eager to peck at whatever scraps they can find. While they might seem to...
Annie
May 28, 20207 min read
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The Importance of Clean and Dry Bedding for Your Chickens
When we first started our backyard chicken journey, we did a lot of research on bedding for our girls. Clean, dry bedding is paramount in...
Annie
May 20, 20202 min read
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The Step-by-Step Guide to Raising Backyard Chickens
Raising backyard chickens has been one of my very best decisions. It’s way more than just yummy eggs whenever we want. Our flock has...
Annie
May 13, 20205 min read
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Everything You Need to Know About Raising Chickens in the City
As most of you know, our family lives on an acreage. It’s a beautiful setting along a riverbed with lots of wide open space to dream...
Annie
May 6, 20204 min read
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How to Make Cloud Eggs: A Fun and Tasty Life Hack
Have you ever watched those “Life Hacks” videos? Our kids are really into them, and one day, our youngest son asked if we could make...
Annie
Apr 29, 20201 min read
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Non-Medicated Chick Starter Feed vs. Medicated
I’m really excited about this week’s blog for two reasons. First of all, we get to talk about feeding our chicks as naturally as...
Annie
Apr 23, 20204 min read
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National Eggs Benedict Day
It’s April and that means one thing...I know what you’re thinking…it’s National Eggs Benedict Day! Haha just kidding! You’re probably...
Annie
Apr 15, 20202 min read
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Fun & Easy Easter Egg Decorating
One of my favorite childhood memories is going to our local nursing home and participating in their annual Easter egg hunt. I remember...
Annie
Apr 9, 20202 min read
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Your Guide to Purchasing Baby Chicks
It’s officially spring, and if you’re thinking about starting a flock of your own, there are some important things to consider before you...
Annie
Apr 1, 20203 min read
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Why Do Chickens Stop Laying Eggs?
It’s that time of year when we’re all getting anxious to be outside. Especially if you live in Minnesota where the winters are super...
Annie
Mar 24, 20204 min read
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Saint Patty's Day Green Eggs & Ham
If you're feeling like you need a break and are looking for something fun to do with the kids, I’ve got just the thing! How about...
Annie
Mar 18, 20202 min read
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Benefits of Oregano Essential Oils for Chickens
People frequently ask me how I’ve kept my flock so healthy this time around. Let me tell you it wasn’t always this easy! In last week’s...
Annie
Mar 13, 20203 min read
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Natural Products to Maintain Chicken Health
Can I be perfectly honest with you? I was a little hesitant when we started back up with chickens a year and a half ago. I remember our...
Annie
Mar 3, 20203 min read
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Welcoming New Baby Chicks to Your Flock
If you've seen our social media posts lately, you know that we've proudly added four new baby chicks to our flock this month. To say I...
Annie
Feb 26, 20203 min read
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Why Your Chickens Need Vitamins
Do you take a daily multivitamin to stay healthy? Most of us do, because even with the best intentions (and cooking skills!), it’s tough...
Annie
Feb 20, 20202 min read
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Making Heart Shaped Eggs & Toast for Your Valentine
Valentine’s Day is almost here. Now, I know that many people don’t care for this holiday, but I don’t fall into that particular category!...
Annie
Feb 12, 20201 min read
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