This topic may be basic for some but I think it makes a neat visual demonstration. An egg has two membranes. The inner membrane encases the white and yolk, the outer membrane lines the shell. When an egg is laid,…
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How To Sex Chicks
by Julie Helms • • 4 Comments
When we order chicks from a hatchery we generally have already chosen the gender we want. The big hatcheries have a pretty good track record for accurately sexing the breeds that can be differentiated. But what about the peeps born…
Chicken Husbandry at Home – Some Chick Basics
by David Nichols • • 3 Comments
When starting a chicken husbandry at home you might wonder if it would be simpler to purchase adult hens in lieu of starting with baby chicks. While it might seem easier to purchase adult hens, I would highly recommend starting…
