Sep 23, 2026 | Chicken Care
Your chicks will need close attention for the first few days after they arrive. Get these things right and the rest is easy. We have been hatching poultry in Zeeland since 1913, and this is the guidance we give our own customers every day. Before your chicks arrive...
Nov 20, 2022 | Chicken Care, Chickens, Educational
Even if you’re new to chickens, the term Marek’s Disease is bound to pop up quickly in your journey into the world of poultry. Your first experience with the term may have even been during checkout with your favorite online hatchery as an add-on optional...
Nov 20, 2020 | Chicken Care, Chickens, DIY, Educational
How to winterize your chicken coop As winter approaches, you may wonder how to winterize your chicken coop. The good news is, chickens are hardy animals that can survive through harsh winters. With that being said, you’ve got to do your part to ensure...
Nov 16, 2020 | Chicken Care, Chickens
What to do when chickens attack! You love your chickens, but every once in a while you’ll have a bad egg in the bunch. When chickens attack it can either be a natural behavior that can be corrected, or a personality problem that cannot. First, take a deep breath...
Jul 28, 2020 | Chicken Care, Chickens, Uncategorized
5 Ways to Test the Freshness of Your Eggs Is there anything better than farm fresh eggs? From the bright orange yolk to the fresh flavor, nothing quite compares to an egg from one of your very own hens. And if you have multiple chickens laying eggs you could be...
Jul 28, 2020 | Chicken Care, Chickens, Educational
What’s Wrong With my Baby Chick? Baby chicks tend to be quite resilient little birds, but from time-to-time, you’ll encounter a few complications in your brooder. And knowing how to prevent or treat these problems will help you raise healthy happy chicks. We’re...
Jul 28, 2020 | Chicken Care, Chickens, Educational
How to Candle Chicken Eggs at Home Have you ever wondered what’s going on inside a chicken egg while incubating? Well, wonder no more, because, in this article, we’re talking about how to candle chicken eggs. Candling chicken eggs is a fun way to learn...
Apr 1, 2020 | Chicken Care, Chickens, Educational
Which Poultry Predator Killed My Birds? There isn’t much worse than finding casualties in your coop during your morning chores. Losing poultry to a predator can be a devastating, and often confusing, experience. You’ve done your best to ensure your chooks have a safe...
