This classic American breed came about in the late 19th century, and is an excellent dual-purpose breed, providing both meat and eggs. You can expect to harvest between 200 to 300 brown eggs per year from one, making them excellent layers, while also having rich-flavored meat should you choose to process them as well. This […]
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Duck eggs taste like chicken eggs – but better!! There’s definitely a reason that the demand for duck eggs is so high and it’s because once people taste them they keep coming back for more. In addition to being about 50% larger than your typical chicken egg, duck eggs also have a lot more flavor.
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The barred rock is a beautiful, heritage chicken breed that are not only excellent and reliable layers, but also a timeless classic in American history since the 1800’s. They’re excellent birds to start your backyard flock or homestead, and they even offer a great opportunity for meat production. But, when can you expect eggs from
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While a nice fence would be my preferred way to shield our property from the neighbours, sometimes that just doesn’t make sense. Either in the practical or financial sense depending on the situation. However, the good news is, a natural wall can provide an excellent layer of privacy to protect your windows and backyard from
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