Skip the expensive treats and let nature help feed your flock! Discover common backyard plants and wild greens that are packed with vitamins and nutrients your chickens will love—all for free. From dandelions to wild berries, these natural treats are a healthy, budget-friendly way to add variety to your flock’s diet.
Learn what your chickens’ combs can reveal about their health, laying status, and overall well-being. From bright red to pale, blue, or blackened combs, discover the key signs to watch for and how daily observation can help you catch potential health issues early.
Trying to decide between bantam and standard-sized chickens? While both make wonderful additions to a flock, they differ in size, space requirements, hardiness, egg production, and cost. This blog post breaks down the key differences to help you choose the best breed type for your space, climate, and poultry goals.
Discover the key supplements that help keep your flock healthy, productive, and thriving. From probiotics and garlic to essential minerals and vitamins, learn which nutrients support gut health, immunity, egg quality, and overall poultry wellness year-round.
Learn why choosing an NPIP-certified hatchery matters for the health of your flock. Meyer Hatchery’s strict biosecurity practices, regular disease testing, and NPIP certification help ensure you receive healthy, high-quality poultry while helping prevent the spread of disease.