Unusual Characteristics of Chickens
What to Know and What to Watch For Raising chickens can be a delightful and educational experience. Over time, you get familiar with the expected behaviours and appearances of your flock. But every now and then, you might spot a chicken that looks or behaves…
Maintaining the Coop: Daily Practices for a Healthier Flock
Housing plays a far more critical role in a chicken’s lifespan than most farming guides give credit for. As someone who has spent years working directly with poultry farmers across India—especially under contract farming and franchise models—I’ve come to realize that coop maintenance isn’t just…
Stages in Chick Embryo Development: Day 1 to Day 21
The development of a chick embryo is a remarkable process, unfolding through distinct stages over a span of 21 days. The journey from a fertilized egg to a newly hatched chick involves intricate transformations, each playing a crucial role in the development of a healthy…
How to Buy Best Chicks?
Buying chicks is one of the most exciting and important decisions when starting a chicken farm. However, it can also be overwhelming, especially when it comes to finding a reliable source for healthy, disease-free chicks. Whether you’re looking to start small or dreaming of a…
Heat Stroke! Here’s What you need to Know
As summer heats up, it’s crucial to take extra steps to protect your chickens from the dangers of heat stress. Just like humans, chickens can become overheated, leading to poor health, reduced egg production, and even death in extreme cases. But fear not! ChickCoop® Expert…
Building Your Chicken Coop
As you embark on the exciting journey of building your chicken coop, understanding the needs of your chickens is crucial to creating a safe and comfortable environment. Whether you’re managing a commercial farm or running a small, non-commercial backyard setup, the right coop design and…
How to Feed Your Day-Old Chicks?
When you welcome a new batch of hatchlings into your flock, ensuring they get the right nutrition from day one is crucial. Day-old chicks are incredibly delicate and need special care, especially when it comes to feeding. As a ChickCoop® Expert, I’m here to share…
Know The Types of Chicks Brooders
As any seasoned chicken keeper will tell you, the brooding phase is one of the most crucial stages in raising healthy chicks. Providing the right environment for your chicks during this time is essential for their growth and survival. One of the key components of…
How to Set-up a Brooder at Your Home or In Your Farm?
Starting your flock with healthy, happy chicks is one of the most rewarding aspects of poultry farming. Whether you’re brooding your first batch at home or setting up a brooder in your larger farm space, creating the ideal environment for your chicks is crucial. Here’s…
Maintaining the Coop: Weekly Practice For Healthiest Flock
When it comes to running a productive and disease-free poultry farm, weekly maintenance is your silent guardian. While daily tasks focus on immediate needs like food, water, and cleanliness, your weekly routine dives deeper—addressing risks that slowly build over time like damp bedding, predator threats,…