Mark Hudson

Chickens and pheasants can cross breed, although the hybrid offspring produced are usually sterile. Different species of pheasants can also crossbreed and produce sterile offspring. It is also not uncommon for birds of separate species to mate with one another, particularly when the species are closely related. Can you breed hybrid chickens? Yes, it is … Read more

No interest in eating or drinking. Walking like a penguinAbdominal straining. Going in and out of the nest box repeatedly. Watery diarrhea or no feces at all along with a full crop. Droopy and depressed. Pale face, comb, and wattles, and hard abdomen. Because the overall prognosis is usually poor and hens that are egg … Read more

Chickens are omnivores, just like us. This means that naturally, they would eat seeds, plants, insects, earthworms, snails, small animals such as frogs, mice, and even some snakes. How much do chickens really eat? In general, chickens eat about 1/4 lb. Of feed per chicken per day. This comes out to about 1.75 lbs (or … Read more

The first and most common cause of decreased egg production is light hours. Stress comes in many forms – predators, chicken nutrition, if birds are stressed, egg production may suffer, hens need a minimum of 16 hours coop environment, and another reason for decreased egg production is over-treating more could be helpfull too. When do … Read more

Even though the Brahmas chicken can grow to be just about as big, the Jersey Giant on average is the largest. This chicken is pure bred and comes in four different colors, white, black, blue and splash. Besides the difference in color, the black Jersey Giant also averages about a pound more than the white … Read more

This Heartburn-Friendly Chicken Noodle Soup with Vegetables is comfort food in a bowl. Previously, a no-no for heartburn and acid reflux sufferers, this low-fat version makes this classic feel-good food available to those with digestive-system issues. Chicken soup isn’t considered to be acidic, and many experts believe it might have a soothing effect on many … Read more

Although Tyson Foods issued the recall, some prepackaged meals including chicken may also be impacted by the recall. The USDA is labeling it a Class 1 Recall, meaning there’s a chance that eating the chicken could cause serious health-related issues, or even death. Recall involves chicken sold at Sam’s Club https://t., and co/c3ph1pp5dx pic., and … Read more

Brush each chicken tender with olive oil, and sprinkle the seasoning mix on the surface. Arrange the tenders on the baking sheet in a spaced manner. Once it’s ready, take the baked chicken tenders out, and leave it to sit for five minutes before serving. How to Make Fried Chicken Strips. Place on a baking … Read more

Straw can carry mites. You can bring it onto your site with you without knowing. Wild birds or animals. Probably the most common way mites move around. Recent flock additions. Not quarantining new birds is another way mites can get onto your chickens. You or your pets. You could bring one from a fellow keepers … Read more

Put some olive oil in the bottom of a 9×13 pan (just enough to put the drumsticks on).Add drumsticks (space enough apart so they aren’t touching each other).. Sprinkle generously with pepper and garlic powder. Sprinkle lightly with salt. Bake at 375° F for half an hour. Bake another half an hour, or until cooked … Read more