What do I feed the chickens is one of the first questions that I get asked by a beginner getting chickens.
Even if your not new to the hobby you may still wonder; can I feed kitchen scraps? Does it matter what I feed my layers?
My answer is that it does matter what you feed your chickens.
I suggest that you buy the chicken feed that is formulated for the age/purpose of your chickens. There are specific feed for chicks, growing chickens, egg layers and meat birds. Each type of food has varying am...
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ill-informed reporters and journalists are always stating that the reason for the huge growth in keeping a few chickens in the backyard is due to the recession and the chance to save money on the weekly shoping bill.
I'l tell you now that you will not make lots of money, you may come close to covering costs...but thats it.

People should keep chickens because it is an interesting and relaxing hobby, in which you can escape for the hectic world for a while and get back to nature, and the deliciou...

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