We all have our favorite home remedies for ourselves. Why not for our birds? In a small flock a viral disease can be devastating, so you have to know what to do and act quickly to fight it. Preventive remedies are also very important to keep your flock healthy. Below we have our top five […]
Category Archives: General Knowledge
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Jun
Jun
So you want to start raising chickens. Maybe it’s because of the smaller environmental footprint, maybe you just want amazing eggs in the morning, but where do you start? With all the information available on the web, it can be a bit confusing to know how to start raising chickens, so we decided to tell […]
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May
May
Interested in Funding for your Pastured Raised or Heritage Breed Poultry Business? Blockchain enables poultry to thrive, and Lokaal.Market is building the system. eFowl is working with the high-profile blockchain based startup, Lokaal.Market to connect the institutional investors and non-profits with the farmers and producers that make up the “good food economy“. If you are a […]
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Mar
Mar
As the annual live chick ordering frenzy ramps up into full gear during the spring months, you may have seen what is sometimes considered a dirty word/term in the backyard chickens and hatchery world – “drop shipping”. What is drop shipping when it comes to live chickens, ducks, geese, game birds, etc.? The term “drop ship” means […]
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Sep
Sep
The Top Five Best Breeds for Your Backyard Chicken Coop Backyard chicken keeping is a fun and organic way to keep your family supplied with fresh eggs. Chickens are good natured and many breeds make great pets. When starting a backyard flock, it’s important to choose breeds that are hearty for your type of weather […]
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Oct
Oct
Nest boxes are an incredibly crucial component to owning and raising a laying flock. Fortunately, they come in many shapes, sizes, and materials.
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Sep
Sep
Brooder temperature is the most important element that you need to monitor to ensure young chick survival. However, there are many ways control brooder temperature and baby chick comfort.
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Jul
Jul
Many people don’t know what free range chickens truly are. Read more to find out what this and other labels truly mean to your food and animals!
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Jul
Jul
This Fourth of July, celebrate America AND chicken. Take a second to learn about where the American poultry industry is and where it has come from!
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Jun
Jun
Warning: Not all chicken combs are created equal. Learn about all the different crazy types of chicken combs right here on eFowl.com. The comb is in!
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Jun
Jun
A brief guide on what you should expect to build or look for when either shopping for or constructing a chicken coop for your backyard chicken flock.
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Jun
Jun
Learn about brooding baby chicks in a fun and simple way geared towards first-time raisers or anyone looking to learn how to breed newborn baby chicks!