What Happens If You Feed Chicken Meat to Chickens?

“Wait, chickens eating chicken meat? Isn’t that cannibalism?” If you’ve stumbled upon this post with the same bewildered reaction, let me assure you, you’re not alone. As a self-proclaimed chicken aficionado, I’ve had my fair share of surprises and curious discoveries. And, let me tell you, this was one such revelation that prompted a double-take. …

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What Happens If You Feed Chicken Meat to Chickens

From Dream to Reality: A Comprehensive Guide to Starting Your Own Homestead

Homesteading is a term that has been gaining popularity over the past several years. The concept of homesteading can be defined as living a self-sufficient lifestyle on a piece of land, where individuals or families grow their own food, raise livestock, and generate their own sources of energy. Homesteading has been around for centuries, but …

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A Comprehensive Guide to Starting Your Own Homestead

Feathers, Clucks and Tender Love: My Journey Raising Meat Chickens

Chickens have been domesticated and raised for food for thousands of years, making them one of the oldest and most important sources of protein in human history. The practice of raising chickens for meat began in Southeast Asia and spread to Europe and the Americas during the colonial era. Today, raising chickens for meat is …

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My Journey Raising Meat Chickens

How to Feed Chickens Without Buying Feed

Hello, fellow chicken enthusiasts! I’m an avid backyard chicken keeper (more like a parent) who has found immense joy and a sense of accomplishment from raising my feathered friends. This journey is indescribably rewarding, from the first chirp of chicks in the morning to the sight of fully-grown hens scratching about. Feed becomes a crucial …

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Are Ducks Good Pets? Pros and Cons of A Feathered Friendship

My love affair with ducks started quite innocently. I always thought they were adorable, waddling around with their fluffy butts and quacking away in the cutest way possible. I also knew they could be helpful in a garden, having been a staple in farms for centuries. But one question kept nagging at me: Would ducks …

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Are Ducks Good Pets? Pros and Cons A Feathered Friendship

5 Places to Find Rescue Chickens: A New Feathered Family

Releasing rescued animals on your homestead is an incredibly heartwarming experience. Observing rescue chickens as they explore their new home is particularly delightful. However, knowing where to find rescue chickens is essential before you can enjoy this sight. A study by the USDA in 2013 predicted that by 2019, 13 million people, or 5% of …

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Enhance Your Homestead Garden with Companion Planting (Free Guide)

As a homesteader, I have always been interested in finding ways to maximize my garden’s potential and create a thriving ecosystem. Companion planting, an age-old gardening technique that involves planting different species of plants close together, has been a game-changer for me. Through my journey, I’ve discovered the many benefits of this method, and I’d …

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