How to build a chicken roost

Chicken Roost Main Image

Raising chickens can be rewarding, fun, therapeutic, and for some, maybe a bit nerve-wracking! There is literally tons of information about raising chicks and chickens and it is hard to sort through it all to determine what is right, what is not, and what is just plain weird. If people have beds, then chickens have perches […]

How to Build a Chicken Tractor

Chicken Tractor

There are several ways to house backyard chickens, but all these options have their own advantages and disadvantages. If you are (or you’re planning on) raising chickens and you have a relatively small backyard, a chicken tractor might be best suited for you. A chicken tractor is basically a movable chicken coop. It’s a good kind of housing for a […]

How to build a geodesic chicken tractor

Geodesic Chicken Coop

Wondering what a chicken tractor might be? It’s a coop that can be easily moved and often has wheels. They are also known as chicken arks for some reason yet to be discovered :) A fixed coop has one major disadvantage… it can end up as just bare earth given enough time. A moveable coop – […]

How to make an inexpensive livestock fodder growing system

DIY Fodder System

If you are raising your own livestock or looking at starting a homestead, you should also look at having your own fodder growing system. Why? Because it offers lots of benefits – for you and your livestock! Being independent at providing food for your animals is a great way to reduce the overall expenses of raising your […]