Publisher's Synopsis
From selecting the perfect breed for your needs to building a secure coop to manage your poultry farm, Peter V. Greg, an expert in animal husbandry covers every aspect of raising chickens with expert guidance and practical advice for beginners. Learn how to create a safe and comfortable environment for your flock, optimize nutrition for egg production and growth, and implement effective health care and disease prevention strategies.
In this book you will have access to:
- An in-depth understanding about the basics of poultry farming.
- Examples of various chicken breeds and their purposes, expert advice on the type of breed to suit specific purpose.
- Chicken behavior, reproduction and development
- How to deal with roosters and broody hens and introduce new birds.
- Manage nutrition, feeding and healthcare for chickens.
- Egg production, breeding and incubation processes for hatching eggs.
- Coop design and construction.
- How to protect your chicks from Predators.
As a beginner, you also get to learn the various legal processes and considerations in order to meet up the necessary legal requirements.
Delve into the fascinating world of chicken behavior and social dynamics, and discover how to manage flock dynamics, deal with broody hens, and even raise chicks from hatch to maturity. With step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and insightful anecdotes, this book demystifies the art of chicken keeping and empowers you to become a confident and successful poultry farmer.
Whether you're raising chickens in a backyard coop, on a small homestead, or as part of a larger farming operation, "How to Raise Chickens" provides the knowledge and inspiration you need to succeed. Say goodbye to store-bought eggs and tasteless poultry-embrace the satisfaction of producing your own food and fostering a deeper connection with the natural world.
