Molting Season: Getting all Feathered Up for Winter The arrival of fall is marked by shorter days, and shorter days means less daylight. That reduced daylight triggers the annual molt in backyard chicken flocks. Each fall, starting when chickens are about 18 months old, they will lose their feathers and grow nice, shiny new ones in preparation for winter. What is the Chicken […] Molting Season: Getting all Feathered Up for Winter Read More »
The Benefits of Omega in Chicken Feed The presence of omega-3 fatty acids in chicken feed not only benefits a chicken’s well-being, but also the egg consumer. By using a chicken feed with higher levels of omega in it, you can improve the health of your flock, while also enhancing the nutritional value of their eggs. How does omega benefit chickens? Omega-3 The Benefits of Omega in Chicken Feed Read More »
Cracking Open the Truth About Egg Yolks Once at the center of the egg, and now at the center of discussion, egg yolks have been quite the topic due to confusion and controversy around their nutritional value. Although eggs are a breakfast favorite, and often a staple in many people’s diets, the yolks have previously been deemed “unhealthy” largely due to their Cracking Open the Truth About Egg Yolks Read More »
Preventing, Identifying, and Treating Heat Stress in Chickens During the hot summer months, heat stress becomes a significant concern for many poultry owners. Chickens have a limited ability to regulate their body temperature, making them highly susceptible to heat stress. They lack sweat glands and rely on just panting to cool down. The most obvious factor leading to heat stress is exposure to Preventing, Identifying, and Treating Heat Stress in Chickens Read More »
Egg Yolk Color in Home Fresh® and Poultry Layer Feed Vs. Five Competitive Layer Feeds Home Fresh Extra Egg now has an orange-yellow yolk color based on the testing conducted at the Kent Research Farm. Egg Yolk Color in Home Fresh® and Poultry Layer Feed Vs. Five Competitive Layer Feeds Read More »
Phytase Supplementation in Home Fresh® Poultry Reducing the phosphorus guarantees on all poultry diets through using a higher level of added phytase saves diet costs, contributes to environmental sustainability and maintains our reputation for high performing poultry products. Phytase Supplementation in Home Fresh® Poultry Read More »
What to Feed Layer Hens Through Each Life Stage Are you new to raising chickens for eggs? With so many brands of feed and so many formulas, making a decision on what to feed your flock and when can be daunting. Here are a few tips to help you get started through every life stage – from chicks to pullets to full-grown laying hens. What to Feed Layer Hens Through Each Life Stage Read More »
The Essential Chick Days Shopping List What and where to buy — and how much it will cost If you’re a first-timer raising chicks this season, you’re likely doing some research on exactly what you need to bring home to ensure they’re happy, healthy, secure and have a long life ahead of them. That research may feel like information overload, so we’ve The Essential Chick Days Shopping List Read More »
Feeding Tips for a Happy, Healthy and Thriving Flock When it comes to nutrition, especially if you’re a new chicken parent, you’re not just going to grab the first bag of feed you see on the shelf. You want to be sure you’re feeding your flock what they need for a healthy start and a long, happy life. But, what exactly do they need? Feeding Tips for a Happy, Healthy and Thriving Flock Read More »
How to Help Your Chickens Master the Molt Each fall, starting when chickens are about 18 months old, chickens lose their feathers and grow shiny new ones in preparation for winter. Read to find out what to look for and what to expect as the molting season approaches. How to Help Your Chickens Master the Molt Read More »
