Chilly nights, crisp mornings and afternoon showers – winter is definitely in full swing. While the wind and rain can be hard on your chickens, just like the natural world responds to the wetter weather with new forage, flowers and foliage, your chickens use winter as a change to reset and prepare for another season of egg laying once the warmer weather returns.
Now that we have reached the cold winter months many may wonder how or what they need to do to keep their feathered friends warm and in good health. Here are a few insights and guidelines to help you support your flock from June through to August.
Crisp mornings and cosy evenings are here again! Winter is a wonderful time of year to take stock and catch up on some rest after the busy summer and autumn months. And it’s no different for your chickens after a demanding season of laying eggs.