Pump up your hens’ protein this winter. Here’s why it matters. Protein is one of the most important nutrients in a laying hen’s diet. It supports the optimisation of key biological functions such as egg production, immunity, maintenance of bodyweight. Protein is also an essential building block for feather growth and aids in maintaining the…
Autumn is a natural reset for your chooks. As daylight hours shorten, egg production will often slow down or stop altogether. At around the same time, they begin moulting—shedding old feathers, usually around the neck and tail—to make way for new growth. It’s all part of preparing their bodies for a period of rest before…
Chickens love scratching around the backyard and finding tasty plants, bugs and worms to eat. They are also beneficial for the garden as well with their manure. However, there are a few things to know before allowing your chickens to roam freely around your vegie patch and garden. Firstly, chickens are destructive to vegie patches…