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In challenging economic times, many people ponder the purchase of chickens as part of their domestic safety net. Successfully raising chickens, however, requires thoughtful consideration and research. It is distinctly different than stocking up on food

Hey chicken enthusiasts! We all want our feathered friends to be happy and healthy, right? Well, imagine a secret ingredient that fuels their amazing egg-laying skills and keeps them full of life. That’s what meat and bone meal can be for your flock.

Hen with chicks. Will her youngsters power the world? Image: Majna/Shutterstock

Family of the Chickens 

Whether you’re considering raising chickens in your own backyard or have an established farm suitable for free range chickens, you’re probably wondering how to choose between the vast numbers of chicken breeds available. Beyond choosing whether you will raise chickens for eggs or meat, there are a few things you’ll want to consider before settling on a particular breed.