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Ohio National Poultry Show 2019
Amanda gives us a recap of the 2019 Ohio National Poultry show in Columbus, Ohio. With over 2200 entries, the Ohio National is one of the largest in the US.
Thanksgiving DIY Placemats
Thanksgiving is almost here! Now is the time to plan and decide on how you would like your Holiday table to look. Why not celebrate the turkey and make some homemade burlap turkey placemats
Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Pumpkin pie! One of the staples for any Thanksgiving dessert table. Amanda shares her family’s favorite recipe, and we hope it will become one of your family’s favorites too!
Turkey Recipes For You To Try
Turkey is the staple and highlight of Thanksgiving. Whether you grow out and finish your own turkey from Meyer Hatchery or purchase one from the grocery store, we want to provide you with delicious recipes that are sure to savor any flavor.
History of the Presidential Turkey Pardon
Today the Presidential turkey pardon is an annual American tradition that is celebrated every Thanksgiving. Many people wonder how this odd tradition came to be. Let’s dive into the history of how the President got involved with giving one turkey a second chance each November on the White House lawn.
All About Brooders For Your New Poultry
What is a brooder, you ask? A brooder is an area for baby chicks, turkey poults, ducklings and goslings to be given their best start in life. When considering your brooder set-up there are several things to keep in mind.
Festive Fall Treats for Your Chickens
Festive Fall Treats for Your ChickensWhen you think of fall you think caramel apples, pumpkin bread, spiced apple cider, and everything pumpkin spice. Include your flock in these fun fall treats with our fall-inspired boredom busters. Enjoy making these 3 treats we...
2019 4-H Fair Winners With Meyer Hatchery Poultry
We have had the pleasure of hearing from some of our local 4H and FFA kids on their recent successes showing at the 2019 fair.
Safe Practices for Cleaning Coops
Coop clean out is an important part of chicken husbandry, and doing it safely is important for your health as well. Read more for best practices.
Some of Our Favorite Chicken Breeds
Explore our team members’ top 3 favorite breeds and why they love them so much.
DIY Mealworm Farming
Mealworm farming is such a wonderfully interesting adventure! You will have some trial and error, but once you get established they are extremely easy to take care of
Keeping Multiple Roosters in a Flock
Our very own, Social Media Guru, Sarah, is here to tell us about how to keep multiple roosters in a flock! Come see how she does it!
How to Turn 5 Gallon Buckets into Nesting Boxes
Looking for an alternative way to make nesting boxes? Have you ever considered 5-gallon buckets? If so, this blog is for you.
Spraddle Leg: Causes and Treatment
New to raising chicks? Spraddle Leg can sound like a scary term. What can be even scarier is when you experience it for the first time! Learn about it here!
How to Tell a Laying Hen from a Non-Laying Hen
Here are a few tips on how a flock owner can generally tell which birds are likely to still be laying eggs and which ones have taken a break from laying.
Chicken Chat- Deviled Eggs
Still have a ton of eggs coming in and nothing to do with them? We came up with a few recipes that would be a hit at the next graduation party or family outing that you attend!
Predators 101
Having troubles with predators in your chicken coop? Learn how to tell which predator is likely getting your chickens and how to prevent future attacks
Your Chickens Deserve a Treat!
Curious about adding different treats to your flock’s diet! Chickens need a treat every now and then to cure boredom and give them nutrients!
