I like a multi-generation flock too. But my coop and run isn’t big enough to add new life every year. All my hens are nice to have around. I don’t kill the older hens, but a couple of times a hen disappeared when they were free ranging, 2 hens died and one was killed by a fox who broke into the...
Good to start small. Experience keeping chickens healthy and to enjoy them. There are many ways to start and to expand a flock. Even if you don’t like to buy chicks/chickens by mail.
If you want to buy locally, a WhatsApp or facebook group from your neighbourhood, is a good entrance. Do you...