The backyard homesteader's beginner-friendly guide to raising chickens--from planning and hatching to caring for your birds and enjoying their farm-fresh eggs Discover how to care for your flock As a comprehensive primer for first-time chicken farmers, Raising Chickens includes detailed illustrations and informative photographs to ease new homesteaders into the world of backyard chicken farming. Raising Chickens takes you from start to finish. Inside, you will: - Find the ideal breed of bird for your needs - Construct a coop to minimize your workload and maximize your enjoyment - Gather eggs for food, profit, or to hatch your own birds to grow your flock - Use the freshest eggs possible in a variety of delicious recipes - Tips and tricks from experienced farmers on avoiding common mistakes Raising Chickens is your first big step to joining the growing movement of homemakers and homesteaders looking to make a return to a healthier, happier way of life--and it starts right in your own backyard.
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