Victory Gardens... and Chickens
Time to plant a Victory Garden
Australians, now is the time to plant a Victory Garden and build a chicken coop! No…
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The best roost for chickens
Where do chickens sleep?
Most chickens prefer to sleep on a roost rather than on the floor or in a nesting box. And trying …
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Quarantine pens for chickens
Quarantine for chickensWhy would you need to quarantine chickens? New birds are the main source of disease in backyard chicke…
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How to disinfect the chicken coop
How to disinfect the chicken coop
With COVID-19, “biosecurity” has taken on a new meaning. We don't need hazmat suits to cl…
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Can chickens make you sick?
Can chickens make you sick?Given current events, we are more grateful than ever that we took up chicken keeping. Not only did…
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Biosecurity measures for backyard poultry
Poultry Disease Control and Prevention
With the COVID-19 crisis, the term “biosecurity” has taken on a new significance. Su…
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How to control flies in the chicken coop
How to control flies in the chicken coop
Flies are a common pest in the chicken coop. During summer months flies can be…
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Apple Cider Vinegar for Chickens Dosage
Apple Cider Vinegar for Chickens Dosage
You might be wondering, what is the right dosage and dilution when you give your ch…
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Botulism and Wet Chicken Feed
Botulism and wet chicken feed
Botulism is one of the leading causes of death in poultry. In Australia, particularly in th…
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