Perris, if you end up with chicks may I suggest Mumbles as a Welsh place that would make a good name for a chook? It'd be especially amusing for a cockerel 🤣 😂
I had a similar experience at a Metallica gig but I wasn't offended by any of it because I expected it. Toes trodden, squashed, pushed... That's the whole point of a gig like that.
On the other hand, I once had an equally marvellous day relaxing in a field at a winery while enjoying a picnic...
The vet explained this to me.
ISAs and other commercial laying hens were selectively bred for rapid ageing. All hen birds from the biggest eagles to tiniest wrens are hatched carrying every egg they'll ever lay as tiny cells (same with mammals like humans and dolphins).
The ones who age at a...
The farms stands near my place are seasonal. There are none at present (Autumn). The oranges have been driven down from the Riverland, which is a few hours away. Not sure about the honey and eggs, but I assume they've at least been driven into the suburbs from a rural location.
I once met someone at the farmers market who wanted to buy bananas. Trying to be helpful I pointed out she might have to go to a supermarket because bananas don't grow in our climate (and therefore can't be purchased at the farmers market). She was very surprised at making that connection...
It's the same where I live. V disappointing fresh food. The greengrocers are not much better, but at least there are 2 to choose from. The farmers' market is pretty good, but it's only once a week and such a long drive.