One of the biggest problems facing breeders during warm weather months Is how to deal with chickens with mites. During long periods of wet, warm weather, the risk of mite infestation rises as mites relocate into the skin of a bird where they can feed off their blood and be more comfortable in the heat. […]
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What Chicken Farmers Need To Know About Chicken Dust Baths What do chicken farmers need to know about chicken dust baths? Read on to know more. As a backyard farmer, one of the ways to maximize the production of eggs (or meat) is to keep a healthy flock. How do you keep your chickens healthy? […]
You come into the coop or pen to check your chickens in the morning, and there are feathers everywhere – it hits you…your chickens are losing feathers. Should you panic? Immediately call your vet? As a backyard farmer, there is no need to be alarmed at a situation like this. In this article, you will […]