There is a growing "Urban Farm Movement" of city and suburban folks who wish to return to their agricultural roots by raising of small flocks of chickens in an urban setting. These "Urban Farmers" or "Backyard Enthusiasts" have many reasons for keeping chickens. But the one thing most of them lack is the knowledge to make the dream come alive.
Everything You Need to Know
People raise chickens for a variety of reason. If you want to raise chickens for any of these reasons, this is a must-have resource:
* For Fresh Eggs: A natural and holistic source of protein.
* For Meat: An excellent source of low fat protein
* Drug Free: Are you concerned about the effects of drugs in the food supply? You can raise your chickens free of drugs like antibiotics
* Insect Control and Fertilizer: Chickens thrive on bugs and their manure makes some of the best fertilizer there is
* For Exhibition or as Family Pets: They come in all shapes, sizes and colors. What a relaxing distraction from the rush of every day life
* Save the Planet: Chickens are a sustainable and local food source that educates, promotes responsibility and helps consumers to reduce their carbon footprints in these days of ecological awareness
Discover everything you need to know about keeping chickens at home: your backyard, the city, suburbs, or anywhere for that matter. You'll absolutely have all of the information you need. Everything. Seriously, it's all here and more!
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You'll learn:
* what you must do BEFORE YOU EVER SPEND A PENNY
* Learn about the history of domestic chickens and why the Greeks and Romans idolized them
* Learn the four categories and two classes of chickens and what's important to know about them
* Which breed is right for your needs?
* Should you raise chicks or get full grown chickens from the start?
* How to determine the sex of baby chicks
* How to keep your flock healthy and productive
* And much, much more.
This comprehensive resource covers all the bases in masterful, everyday simplicity. If you have chickens in your plans, grab your copy of this excellent resource today.
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Raising Chickens: Attractive and Affordable Chicken Coops for the Backyard Farmer
Raising chickens for meat and eggs has been a part of the American culture since it began. Raising poultry dates back to ancient times in the Old World as well; with reference of it made time and time again in historical documents.
Why has raising chickens played such an important and long-lasting role in the rise of civilization? There are a variety of reasons for it. Here a few:
* They are inexpensive to keep and raise
* They don't require a great deal of attention
* They are prolific breeders
* They are dual purpose animals: meat and eggs
* They are fun and entertaining to be around
Even people who live around the edges of urban areas may enjoy the benefits of raising chickens if their zoning laws permit it. Not only do chickens provide meat and eggs for the table, they are efficient recyclers of food scrapes and high-quality fertilizer producers.
You don't need much to get set up in the chicken business. Probably the biggest expense will be in building some kind of shelter and penning area for them. Depending on how big a project you make of it, you may get out the door rather inexpensively.
The chickens themselves don't require much in the way of luxury accommodations, but there are certain things to shy away from and others to make sure you include. Most of the necessities are for the health and safety of the flock and the convenience of the owner. Others are to increase the productivity of the flock.
There are pre-fab kits available to build chicken coops, but by and large, they are inflated in price and you still have to assemble them anyway. Your best bet is to find a source that provides you with adequate do-it-yourself plans and build your coop outright. It's not that difficult for anyone who is capable of using good judgment and few simple hand tools.
At the very least, make sure you take into account:
* Materials
* Insulation
* Ventilation
* Lighting
* Positioning
* Nesting
* Perches
* Litter collection
* And protection from the elements and other animals
There are any number of effective and efficient options to choose from depending your needs and your budget. You can keep things as basic as possible or go for the super-sonic; the call is all yours. There are many good references available in libraries and online to help you in your planning process.
Raising chickens, or most other poultry for that matter, is not an all-consuming or difficult task. You can learn all you need to know in a short time and have your backyard mini-farm in full swing in a little while.
There is nothing quite like starting the day listening to your rooster crow and the hens cackle about the newest egg they laid. Chickens are a pleasure to have around the place and you are sure to get many years of enjoyment out of a well kept flock.
Why has raising chickens played such an important and long-lasting role in the rise of civilization? There are a variety of reasons for it. Here a few:
* They are inexpensive to keep and raise
* They don't require a great deal of attention
* They are prolific breeders
* They are dual purpose animals: meat and eggs
* They are fun and entertaining to be around
Even people who live around the edges of urban areas may enjoy the benefits of raising chickens if their zoning laws permit it. Not only do chickens provide meat and eggs for the table, they are efficient recyclers of food scrapes and high-quality fertilizer producers.
You don't need much to get set up in the chicken business. Probably the biggest expense will be in building some kind of shelter and penning area for them. Depending on how big a project you make of it, you may get out the door rather inexpensively.
The chickens themselves don't require much in the way of luxury accommodations, but there are certain things to shy away from and others to make sure you include. Most of the necessities are for the health and safety of the flock and the convenience of the owner. Others are to increase the productivity of the flock.
There are pre-fab kits available to build chicken coops, but by and large, they are inflated in price and you still have to assemble them anyway. Your best bet is to find a source that provides you with adequate do-it-yourself plans and build your coop outright. It's not that difficult for anyone who is capable of using good judgment and few simple hand tools.
At the very least, make sure you take into account:
* Materials
* Insulation
* Ventilation
* Lighting
* Positioning
* Nesting
* Perches
* Litter collection
* And protection from the elements and other animals
There are any number of effective and efficient options to choose from depending your needs and your budget. You can keep things as basic as possible or go for the super-sonic; the call is all yours. There are many good references available in libraries and online to help you in your planning process.
Raising chickens, or most other poultry for that matter, is not an all-consuming or difficult task. You can learn all you need to know in a short time and have your backyard mini-farm in full swing in a little while.
There is nothing quite like starting the day listening to your rooster crow and the hens cackle about the newest egg they laid. Chickens are a pleasure to have around the place and you are sure to get many years of enjoyment out of a well kept flock.
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