Boredom Busters for the Brooder
Learn all about boredom busters for the brooder! Treats, dust baths, interaction and more! Keep your chicks stress free and happy.
Eggshells in the Garden
Don’t toss those eggshells! Discover simple ways to reuse them in your garden, compost, and worm bin for healthier soil and plants.
What Poultry Can Teach Children
Raising poultry can teach children far more than how to care for animals. From responsibility and patience to empathy and work ethic, caring for chickens and other poultry offers valuable life lessons that can help children grow in confidence and character.
Processing Day Done? Here’s How to Store Your Chickens
Wondering how much freezer space meat chickens require? Learn practical storage tips for freezing, canning, and dehydrating chicken, plus smart ways to reduce waste and maximize space after processing your birds.
Processing Poultry: Dry Plucking, Wet Plucking, Skinning, or Waxing
Learn the most effective methods for removing feathers from poultry, including dry plucking, wet scalding, skinning, and waxing. Each technique offers unique advantages depending on your equipment, time, and desired results—helping you choose the best approach for your processing setup.
Book Of The Month – 2026
Join Meyer Hatchery as we share our Book of the Month picks for 2026. Build your poultry and homesteading library with our favorite books.