by Meghan H | Jan 2, 2023 | Coops, Runs, and Outdoor Spaces, Poultry Health & Wellness, Winter
Supplemental Coop Lighting For Egg Production *As an Amazon Affiliate, Meyer Hatchery may earn from qualifying purchases made through links posted on this site. There is a lot of controversy over using artificial lighting in a coop during the dark winter months. Our... 
by Meghan H | Dec 30, 2022 | Homestead, Seasons
January Book Of The Month: Homestead Seasonal Planner The creative team at Meyer Hatchery is excited to announce our very first book in our new Book Of The Month feature. Our favorite book for January is The Backyard Homestead Seasonal Planner by Ann Larkin Hansen.... 
by Meghan H | Dec 26, 2022 | Breed Spotlight, Turkeys
Breed Spotlight: Broad-Breasted Turkey The broad-breasted turkey is what most people recognize as the classic white Thanksgiving turkey. These turkeys are commonly available in a few different color varieties; white, bronze, and rarely, black. Early History The... 
by Meghan H | Dec 16, 2022 | Seasons, Winter
How The Winter Solstice Affects Egg Laying We’ve made it! It’s December 21, the winter solstice. Although I am not a big fan of the shorter day length and winter in general, the dynamics of how our big Earth is put together never ceases to amaze me. Our days will be... 
by Meghan H | Dec 13, 2022 | Homestead, Meyer Hatchery News
New For You: Book Of The Month Meyer Hatchery is excited to announce that our Book Of The Month program is launching in 2023! If you’re like us, the winter months move us to spend more time indoors after the chickens are tended to and the day’s chores are done. Our...