November 17, 2020
Chicken coops – the dos and don’ts!
Andy provides advice to ensure that your chicken coop is providing your chickens with everything they need, including advice on perches, nesting areas and chicken coop ventilation
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June 7, 2019
The benefits of using an automated door opener for your chicken coop
Edward from Hentronix talks us through why an automatic door opener can keep your chickens safe in their coop – and make looking after your brood easier
May 30, 2019
How to avoid buying a clutch of cockerels or breeding more males than you can cope with
Sex discrimination is rife in the chicken world. Andy Cawthray advises how to avoid buying a clutch of cockerels or breeding more males than you can cope with
May 30, 2019
Julian Hammer: Honesty box for my surplus chicken eggs
New poultry diarist Julian, a self-confessed closet quiche maker, thinks he has solved the conundrum of eggy overload
May 30, 2019
The history of the hen in Mainland Europe
Continuing his look at the history of the hen, Andy Cawthray delves into the roots of pure hen breeds in Mainland Europe
April 16, 2019
How to stop infestations of pesky pests on your birds
Itchy chickens? Grumpy birds? Issues with laying? Could your birds have Pesky Pests?
August 10, 2018
Why you should get electric fencing to protect poultry
Electric fencing can provide valuable extra protection for your poultry
August 10, 2018
The great autumn moult
Coops across the land are set to become littered with feathers as chickens shed their overcoats. Julie Moore reveals how you can help your flock during this stressful period
August 10, 2018
Chicken Crazy: carnage in the hen house
The much loved home-breds Sarkozy and Carla are no one following a visit from vicious Mr Fox
July 16, 2018
Popular feed options for egg laying chickens
Recipe for success: Kim Stoddart looks at some of the best feed choices for laying hens
July 16, 2018
Moving house with your chickens
If you have to move your flock, Julie Moore has some practical advice
