Summer can be a wonderful time for backyard chickens—longer days, fresh greens, and plenty of sunshine. But the heat can also pose serious challenges for our feathered friends. Chickens are surprisingly resilient, but they need a little extra care during the hot months to stay healthy, happy, and productive. Here are my top 10 tips for caring for chickens in the summer heat.
Are you thinking about adding chickens to your backyard? They can be wonderful pets and provide you with fresh eggs but there are some important considerations to ensure a happy, healthy flock—and a happy home for you.
Classic Pickled Eggs Recipe
When I first started raising backyard chickens, I was overwhelmed by the abundance of eggs—especially during peak laying season. I didn’t want any of eggs to go to waste, so I started looking up different ways to preserve them. That’s when I about pickling eggs!
When I first started raising backyard chickens, I was overwhelmed by how many eggs I was collecting — sometimes more than I could use in a week. I didn’t want any of that precious, farm-fresh goodness to go to waste, so I started exploring ways to preserve my excess eggs.
When I first decided to raise backyard chickens, the promise of fresh eggs was one of my biggest motivations. But I quickly learned that collecting, storing, and using those eggs in the right way makes a big difference in enjoying their full flavor and freshness
When I first started thinking about getting chickens, I was mainly excited about fresh eggs and having a few new pets around. Anytime a new animal comes to the farm I do a ton of research first and today I am going to share with you a few things I have learned!
A few years ago, I never imagined I’d be raising chickens in my backyard. Now, I can honestly say it’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.