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How to tell a hen from a rooster in 7 steps

LAST UPDATED SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 Let’s tease out the best ways for how to tell a hen from a rooster. The diagram below shows two very different looking chickens. Bu many View Article

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How to put a leg band on a chicken

Leg bands are used for many reasons. This article will show you how to put a leg band on a chicken as easily and stress-free as possible. Prepare Before you View Article

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How to calculate hatch rates: counting your chicks before they hatch

Count your chicks before they hatch by calculating the number of mature birds with this in-depth, situation-specific formula.

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Dairy Goat 101: What NOT to do

Here is your first Dairy Goat 101 tip: Learn how to milk a goat before you bring two goats home with full udders. Tip number two: Don’t try to milk View Article

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