by Elizabeth F | Jan 11, 2021 | Chickens, Winter
Broody Hens & Winter The outside temperature is dropping, you are doing the cold-weather preparation for your coop, and then a very determined hen decides she would like to go broody and sit on eggs. This poor hen seems to be oblivious to the chilly temperatures... 
by Elizabeth F | Dec 21, 2020 | Chickens, Coops, Runs, and Outdoor Spaces, Winter
How Do Chickens Stay Warm in the Winter? A common concern from our customers is how to care for their chickens in extreme temperatures. Meyer Hatchery ships chicks all over the United States, so some of our customers live in areas where winter sees well below-freezing... 
by Linda F. | Dec 8, 2020 | Winter
Frozen Egg Tips and Tricks Here in Ohio, we enjoyed a nice but crazy spring, a hot and dry summer, and for some a colorful fall. But the writing is on the wall for those of us who live in climates with cold winters. Daylight seems scarce and freezing temperatures are... 
by Molly M | Sep 21, 2020 | Chickens, Fall, Winter
How to Ensure a Year-Round Supply of Eggs Eggs at your local grocery store are available 12 months out of the year, so it’s no surprise that the average person might not realize that chickens don’t actually lay eggs January through December. At least not at the rate... 
by Marie | Sep 14, 2020 | Chickens, Fall
Ways to Help Molting Chickens As you get close to your chicken coop you start seeing one feather, two feathers and your anxiety goes up. Are you approaching what could be the scene of something terrible? You count your chickens and realize that no one is missing. How... 
by Cameron K. | Sep 7, 2020 | Coops, Runs, and Outdoor Spaces, Fall
Fall Coop Prep Made Easy Hello Fall, Goodbye Summer! Fall not only brings shorter days but cooler weather which is perfect to clean and prep your coop for the new season. Fall cleaning can look very different for everyone as coops come in various sizes as well as the...