Spring coop cleaning day is a big day when we have used the deep litter method of coop maintenance. This deep litter needs to be completely cleaned out as the temperatures begin to warm. It's a big job. The deep litter has been accumulating for months. It's time for a complete cleaning. Since we  have 25 hens and roosters living in the 12 x 8  shed, you would think  that the smell would be pretty bad after a winter of no cleaning. But, surprisingly, it is not. I use … [Read more...]