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Good question. That depends entirely on how many eggs a week you need. It also depends on what kind of chicken{s) you have. For instance, 2 hens will average about 8-12 eggs a week 4 hens will average about…
Ways To Support The Farm Without Spending Money
--- Ways To Support The Farm That Don't Cost Money --- Supporting a local charity doesn't have to cost money. If there's a cause you've always thought was meaningful, made a difference in the world, and gets you excited…
Can Pigs Really Get Sunburned?
Can Pigs Really Get Sunburned? Surprising Facts About Pig Skin Yes — pigs can absolutely get sunburned, and it's one of those facts that makes perfect sense once you think about it. Unlike most farm animals, pigs have very…
Do Chickens Actually Need a Rooster to Lay Eggs?
Do Chickens Actually Need a Rooster to Lay Eggs? Good question. The answer is nope — and this is probably the single most common misconception about chickens. Hens lay eggs on a regular cycle whether or not a rooster…
Why Do Cows Need to Be Milked Twice a Day?
Why Cows Need to Be Milked Twice a Day (And What Happens If They Aren't) If you've ever wondered why dairy farmers are up before sunrise every single day — including holidays, birthdays, and blizzards — the answer comes…