Backyard Chickens: Your Guide to Happy, Healthy Flocks

For anyone interested in rearing hens and carefully and skillfully collecting eggs, "Backyard Chickens: Your Guide to Happy, Healthy Flocks: Harvesting Eggs: Best Practices for Collecting" is a must-have resource. With an emphasis on methods that support hen health and egg quality, this book offers a thorough guide to setting up the ideal habitat for laying hens. Everything from assembling the perfect nesting boxes to comprehending the egg-laying cycle—all essential to keeping a fruitful flock—will be covered for readers. While troubleshooting information addresses typical problems like low egg production, broken eggs, and even egg-eating behavior, practical guidance on handling and storing eggs guarantees that your crop stays fresh and clean. This book gives both novice and seasoned chicken owners the information they need to successfully harvest eggs by providing clear instructions on when and how often to collect eggs, as well as seasonal considerations to keep your chickens content all year round. The goal of each part is to assist readers in creating a harmonious setting where hens feel secure and content, which will ultimately result in a more fulfilling experience raising chickens in the backyard. "Backyard Chickens" guarantees that your experience raising hens will be profitable, pleasurable, and incredibly fulfilling, making it ideal for both amateurs and small-scale producers.