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Do I use supplemental lighting in my coops to force my hens to lay eggs? Nope. Here’s why & what I do. See you on the farm! Thanks for watching! SEE MORE BELOW! ~ Energy Bomb: https://amzn.to/3oh34dm ~ All American 921 Canner: https://amzn.to/3w88tpG ~ Fight Bac: https://amzn.to/3CkoniV ~ FoodSaver Accessory Hose/Sealer: https://amzn.to/2ZShoPM ______________________________________________ Patara’s Social…
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We are SO excited to share our new experience with all of you! This week we brought home the beginnings of our backyard flock of layer hens! We decided to start with six Red Star started pullets. Thank you for watching our channel and following along with our homesteading journey! Be sure to subscribe before…
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In this video, I debunk the claim that free-range chicken egg farming is bad. And give a counter-argument to a recently published article that states “reasons” why you shouldn’t buy free-range eggs. Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/selfsufficientme Help support the Channel and buy a T-shirt/Merchandise from our Spreadshirt shop: https://goo.gl/ygrXwU Shop on Amazon for chicken…
This video shows how I stop severe chicken bullying and fighting in our flock. When hens pick on one bird and go beyond the normal “pecking order” causing damage it’s time to step in to prevent further injury. Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/selfsufficientme Help support the Channel and buy a T-shirt/Merchandise from our Spreadshirt shop:…
Dust baths! They are crucial for both hens & roosters in order to properly keep parasites & mites at bay! If the weather is bad, provide these for them. They will thank you! SHOW MORE BELOW! Be sure to check out… ~ Patara’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user ~ The Great Appalachian Homesteading Conference Info: ~ *TICKETS HERE:…
A common question! What is a good ratio of one rooster to how many hens? I also discuss changes in our Buff Orpington coop and how to deal with hens that are being mated. We are revisiting some old vid topics, but it’s critical to discuss the facts! Spring is here and Blu-Kote and Hen…
Things happen on a homestead! I always urge you to have regular barn checks because circumstances change and emergencies happen quickly! Thank goodness my family swung into quick action yesterday. I am so proud of my boys! Knowing how to quickly respond can determine the outcome! Be sure to watch how she thanks us for…
*Graphic!* A hen with a prolapsed vent is serious business. If caught and treated early enough, it can be successfully treated as I have done several times before. I walk you through the steps that work for me. This girl is now doing great and we have not had to retreat her! Fingers crossed! Thanks…
There are many ways to make Chicken Scratch. Traditionally, they are a 3-Grain mix should you buy a pre-mixed bag. I am going with a homemade “5 Grain Mix” this time round. You can add corn, oats, wheat, milo, barley, sunflower seeds, peas and so much more! Lots of choices. I am also adding my…
Children’s story about hens who find their eggs have gone missing? Where did the eggs go? Who took the eggs? There is also a static scroll version on the blog www.selfsufficientme.com -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: “5 Fruit Tree & Veggie Patch Questions” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50HgG0yBX80 -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
I selected 6 different types of feed/food to check which feed my chickens like the best. This video shows the test and results – some chicken lovers might be surprised with the findings. Also, I have written about this test in more detail on my blog http://www.selfsufficientme.com/ -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: “5 Fruit Tree & Veggie…
