August 2025 How to Make a Nestera Coop Perfect for a Broody Hen Setting up for a broody hen? Here's how to create the perfect Nestera coop for safe, stress-free hatching and healthy chicks.
August 2025 What’s Normal Feather Loss in Chickens? Causes, Concerns & What to Do Chickens are covered in thousands of feathers, and it’s completely normal for a few to go missing now and then. But how do you know when feather loss is harmless…...
July 2025 5 Effective Ways to Store and Preserve Eggs from Your Backyard Flock Preserve backyard eggs like a pro! Discover 5 safe and simple methods to store fresh eggs for months, even during off-laying seasons.
July 2025 Why Chickens Sleep in Nest Boxes & How to Stop It Why are your chickens sleeping in the nest boxes? Learn the common reasons—and easy fixes—to keep your perches poop-free and eggs clean!
July 2025 Why doesn’t my chicken coop have more nestboxes? Discover why chickens prefer communal nest boxes and how their ancient instincts still shape modern flock nesting behaviour.
July 2025 Getting to the Nitty Gritty of Mixed Hen Grit Discover why mixed hen grit is essential for chicken health, digestion, and eggshell strength. Learn how, when, and what grit to feed.
July 2025 7 Chicken-Safe Insects for Your Flock to Feast On Boost your flock’s health naturally! Discover 7 safe insects chickens love—packed with protein, calcium & foraging fun.
July 2025 Should You Wash Eggs from Your Own Flock? Washing fresh eggs can remove their protective bloom and shorten shelf life. Learn when—and how—it’s safe to clean your backyard eggs.