Two years ago, the awful moment of predator loss occurred on our farm. The attack happened in broad daylight, while we were on site and doing routine chores. The flocks were all in their runs attached to their coop. No one was free ranging, and yet the predator managed to severely reduce our flock that day. Even though it's been almost two years, I still remember the way the run looked in the aftermath. I share this with you, again, because some of you will be building new coops and runs … [Read more...]
How to Handle a Cranky Rooster
So you have a cranky rooster? First, lets be fair to the rooster. Your mature rooster is only doing his job! Sometimes, he may take this job very seriously and decide that you are infringing on his territory. He is truly an alpha chicken, and in many cases this farming stuff is not for the faint of heart. I would argue a case that this type of rooster may be just who you need looking after your hens. Should an ill intentioned raccoon, opossum, fox, mink or hawk drop by, your aggressive guy will … [Read more...]
More Coop Building Tips
Chicken coop, made of wood with nesting boxes built in.? Made to house 4 to 5 hens.?Whether you build it yourself,? buy a commercial chicken coop or use and existing structure, the main concerns are safety from anything that would make the chickens sick and PREDATORS.? I don't know of any place that is free from predators and all predators will love a good chicken dinner.? That cute raccoon that lives in your tree, will now be a predator.? The fox and neighborhood dogs will spread the word … [Read more...]
