Understanding poultry nutrition, especially when it comes to feeding our birds requires some basic knowledge about the discipline that many people lack. In this article, I hope to cover the basics so that you can have a better understanding about the subject. Nutrition is the study of nutrients that are in feedstuffs and how they […]
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Scaly leg Mites are relatively easy to treat. This is caused by a tiny mite that burrows under the scales of the legs and toes. The buildup of it’s colony and excrement cause the scales to raise away form the feet. In this first picture we see a few scales that have begun to raise.
By Bart Pals Raising poultry in urban areas and within the city limits can be a fun and rewarding experience for everyone involved, but much planning is required. Many people are very successful in raising poultry in a residential area. All types of poultry are being bred successfully and without problems in urban settings. This
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What are the space requirements for raising chickens? How much space do you need to make your chickens healthy and happy? While space requirements will vary from location and time of year, this graph is a useful item to help you in your planning.
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