Barnyard

6 Steps to Train Chickens to Come When Called

Before you let your chickens free range, it is a good idea to have a strategy to get them back into their pen. Here are tips to train your chickens to come when called. One of the most hilarious things to witness is a flock of chickens running towards you when you call. The flap their wings, roll ... Read More about 6 Steps to Train Chickens to Come When Called

Installing a Bee Nuc Colony

Bees· The Barnyard

We survived the drive home with bees loose in the car, we survived installing a bee nuc, and we (and the bees) learned how to coexist. See how we did it. The last time we got bees was... not a success. The biggest mistake we made was choosing to get a bee package to install into an empty hive. As ... Read More about Installing a Bee Nuc Colony

Deciding to Rehome Livestock

Farm Birds· The Barnyard

Making the decision to rehome livestock is never easy, but it may be the best choice for both you and your animals especially if the situation isn't right. The ducks were not a good fit for us, but that doesn't mean that we (and they) should go on just barely getting by and being unhappy. We ... Read More about Deciding to Rehome Livestock

5 Reasons I Hate Raising Ducks

Farm Birds· The Barnyard

Are you thinking about adding ducks to your homestead? Like any livestock, ducks may not be a good fit for every situation. Raising ducks has its pros and cons, and it's important to know both before you jump into this venture. Here are some reasons I hate raising ducks. Sometimes it ... Read More about 5 Reasons I Hate Raising Ducks

5 Reasons I Love Raising Backyard Ducks

Farm Birds· The Barnyard

Are you thinking about raising backyard ducks? Keeping ducks on your homestead is a great option for eggs and pest control. Raising ducks has major pros and cons. Here's everything we love about raising ducks! We've been raising ducks in our backyard for a year now, and I'm back and forth ... Read More about 5 Reasons I Love Raising Backyard Ducks