Before You Begin: A Year With Chickens
Today we're launching the first episode in a year-long series, A Year With Chickens. We dedicate one episode per month to this series, covering what to expect when raising a chicken in that particular month. We’ll cover everything from the day you set eyes on that fluffball of peeping joy, to laying eggs and beyond. This month we’re going to talk about planning, prep, and everything you need to know before you begin.
In this episode you'll:
- Hear How Kendra + Jeff Began With Chickens
- Listen To Some Of Our Common "Before You Begin" Questions & Answers
- Hear A Brief Overview of the Meyer Hatchery Ordering Process
- Catch Our Poultry Pride Story of The Week Submitted by Luke!
Important Links:
- Poultry Pick Of The Week: Rhode Island Red
- Newcastle Disease Shipping Restrictions
- CDFA Statement
- Marek's Vaccination
- Luke's Story On The Blog!
- Meyer Meal Maker
Also don't forget to join our exclusive Facebook Group "Inside The Coop" and submit your Poultry Pride Story, here!
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