keep chickens out of wind and drafts, not recommended to insulate as will collect moisture.Any advice for keeping chickens in Minnesotas harsh seasons?
What kind of coop do you need?
What kind of breeds do you guys have/recommend?
What breeds won't tolerate extreme cold?
Can chickens free range during our winters?
Is there a certain diet that they need during the colder months?
Any advice would help!
have a place they can roost. ( i know it is vague)
There are many breeds which can withstand the cold, I suggest do a little chicken research.
I have a variety in WI, Austrolorp, brahma, Orphington to name a few.
Some chickens will and some won't free range in Winter. They need greens or something to free range on. My chickens when not so much snow ( ground available, left over grass weeds) will free range, because they are able to scratch and forage. 2 feet snow don't expect them to free range.
Regular feed and fresh water. I also throw a little corn out if extra cold, corn is energy, but to much turns to fat.
Chickens are tough.
If a chicken is puffed during winter do not pick them up. They puff up sometimes on the roost. they create a layer of air from what I have read. Helps keep them warm,
there is a search function, might take some reading. there is all kinds information in this forum. Just enter some key words.
Good luck