Hey all
Yeah they are good. I have some Marans now and am happy with them. Things have slowed down in the chicken department as I have yr 12 and what not, but I'll definitely still keep some chicken as they look good in the garden and are nice to look after.
How are all your lot appps?
Yeah I think so.
At this time of year when many of my hens decide to start being broody, there are always a few that only put in half the effort. They will fluff up and walk around the yard squawking at everyone in sight (just like a normal broody) but they won't, or just for small amounts of...
I finally found my lost white frizzle hen. She was nesting right beside (like covered in ash that's how close) the huge bonfire we had last night. Not even sure how we didn't notice her or her eggs.
She and the 14 eggs she has managed to hide so well until now are fine and about 1 week along...
Thank you very much cwrite
When I grew fodder for my chickens I used barley (rawest form, not unshelled). Make sure you don't have to much, or too little water and once it is ready USE IT, don't give it and extra day because that is when the mold will strike.
There is a big thread on growing...