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The Silkie Chicken Breed

Silkie chickens are a type of chicken breed. They are known for their unique fluffy appearance that sets them apart from other kinds of chickens. Not only are these chickens interesting because of their fluffy appearance, but there are also some other unique things about the Silkie chickens, including their black skin and blue earlobes…. […]

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Fencing for the Homestead

It is no secret that we utilize every single animal we have to clear our land, fertilize, and produce delicious food in the process.  Each animal is at the very least dual purpose, some tri, some quad! In order to do this, proper fencing for the homestead is paramount.  Our Icelandic Sheep rotationally graze our pastures […]

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Mobile Chicken Coop – from Brooder to Butcher

We have finally done it.  After years of raising Ranger meat chickens we have FINALLY designed and built the ultimate mobile chicken coop to fit our needs. No more hoop houses or chicken wire lined wooden frames that need perfectly level ground and constant repair.  No more brooder boxes and transitioning to a coop. And […]