(Natural News) Vitamin D is a nutrient needed by the body for the absorption of calcium, magnesium and phosphorus. It belongs to a family of cholesterol-derived compounds and has two major forms: vitamin D2, also known as ergocalciferol, and vitamin D3, also called cholecalciferol. Vitamin D is also known by many as the “sunshine vitamin” because it is produced […]

(Natural News) Homesteaders who till the soil and raise chickens at the same time have the opportunity to create a flourishing ecosystem. By turning chicken poop into organic compost, homesteaders may naturally improve the yield of their food garden crops. Chickens tend to poop at the same place they sleep. Put down some sand in […]

(Natural News) Keeping egg-laying chickens offers several benefits. They supply fresh eggs daily, eat insect pests, and make for a steady source of income by selling eggs or meat. For preppers who want – or need – to raise egg-laying poultry in their homestead, these 10 breeds make excellent choices for backyard chickens. (h/t to TheHomesteadingHippy.com) Egg-laying […]

(Natural News) Whenever you buy eggs from the grocery store, you may have wondered why they have different labels, such as “cage-free,” “free-range,” and “pasture-raised.” You may have also noticed that they differ in price. Eggs vary in their nutrition profile as well. But one thing’s for sure – the more expensive the egg is, […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Thailand have devised a useful feeding strategy for organic farmers who want to raise healthy poultry. They suggested giving broiler chickens a low-protein diet with the right balance of methionine and other essential amino acids. Amino acids are the building blocks that the bodies of living organisms use to create protein. […]

(Natural News) When you’re out shopping for eggs or chicken, do you make a point of looking for “free-range” on the label? Many people are willing to pay extra for free-range eggs because they believe it means the animal has a better life. You might picture chickens frolicking in an open, grassy field, pecking around […]

(Natural News) Cutting corners when it comes to husbandry may seem like a tempting idea at first – especially for the beginner. However, smart preppers and experienced poultry farmers understand the importance of clean water in raising healthy and safe-for-eating chickens. This was recently validated with an experimental study published in OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, which […]

(Natural News) Baby chicks are adorable, delicate, and are actually simple to raise. If you have an outdoor space and live in an area where raising chickens is allowed, you are one step closer to raising them. Here are some tips on how to raise baby chicks without spending so much money. Getting started One […]