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Nancy is a freelance author and editor, living on a small acreage in rural Oklahoma with her husband, several cats, and a nice size flock of chickens. Both share a passion for the homesteading lifestyle and the basics of simple living, from raising chickens to canning and preserving foods.

Chickens For Cold Climates

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When raising backyard chickens, one of the most critical considerations is researching the breeds best for your location. If you live in a hot climate, you need a heat-tolerant breed, but a cold, hardy chicken is best in the colder, northern climates. If you choose the wrong breed for your climate, you will likely have … Read more

Chicken Waste Management

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I’m going to kick things off by talking about chicken waste – not the most glamorous topic, I know, but hear me out. This stuff is a significant by-product of the poultry industry, composed of manure, feathers, spilled feed, and bedding material. It’s not just something farmers deal with; it’s got broader implications. You’re going … Read more