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Friendly Flocks: Understanding Chicken Social Dynamics

From establishing a pecking order to navigating the nuances of flock dynamics, understanding how chickens behave is crucial for keeping harmony in the coop. Let's...

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Beating the Heat, Keeping Animals Cool at the County Fair

County fairs can be challenging environments for show livestock because of the potential for high temperatures and stressors associated with unfamiliar surroundings and increased activity....

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Is Your Backyard Flock Living Their Best Life?

Raising backyard chickens can be a rewarding experience. Here are five things your feathered friends want you to know about keeping them safe and healthy....

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Garden Watering Strategies

You cannot have a successful garden without water. That is the end of the post. No water, no garden. No garden, no tasty home-grown vegetables....

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Win the Battle Against Flies: Effective Methods for Fly Control on Your Farm

Flies are an unavoidable nuisance on just about any farm. When the warm weather and moisture arrives, flies will hatch, lay their eggs, and seem...

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Understanding the Enemy: The Life Cycle of Common Farm Rodents

Understanding the life cycles of common rodents can keep you ahead of infestations. ...

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Quick and Efficient Ways to Repair Woven Wire Fencing

Woven wire fence is also susceptible to damage from animals and the elements, even more so than electric setups. While electric fences discourage animal contact,...

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Keeping Your Electric Fence in Top Shape: Repair Tips for New Farmers

Electric fencing is efficient, cost-effective, and adaptable to many types of agricultural enterprises. But it isn’t perfect and like any system it requires maintenance. Here...

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Are You Prepared for Storms on the Farm? - QC Supply

Are You Prepared for Storms on the Farm?

Spring Storm Preparation for Poultry and Swine Farmers: Essential Tips to Protect Your Livestock and Farm Now that spring is here, poultry and swine farmers...

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Tips for Bringing Home Chicks

Whether it's your first try, or just an annual event, bringing home chicks can be a rewarding, fun, and exciting experience. Chicks are delicate and...

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Layers vs Broilers: A Guide

While there are many facets to poultry farming, large or small, many of which cater to dietary needs and preferences. Two of the more common...

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Basic Guide to Game Bird Production - QC Supply

Basic Guide to Game Bird Production

When you think about people who raise birds, either commercially or in their backyards, you traditionally think of chickens. However, there is a market and...

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