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A common misconception among homesteaders or those who want to raise backyard flocks is about when to get chickens. While spring seems like the best time for chicken keepers to get their baby birds, this post shares our preference to get chicks in a totally different season– late summer! Spring time has always been the…
In this post, you will learn the difference between store-bought eggs, and farm-fresh eggs that come from local farms. Not only are you supporting local farmers, but you are also getting more nutrient-dense products than what you find at the grocery store! Having your own backyard chickens gives you access to the freshest eggs. but…
One of the most common issues people run into when raising chickens is why she isn’t laying eggs! Hens are programmed to lay an egg about every 26 hours. She wants to lay that egg, so let’s offer some help! This blog post contains 8 of the most common reasons she isn’t laying and advice…
Have you ever wondered the difference between farm fresh eggs and eggs you buy at the grocery store? This post will cover everything you need to know about the differences! You will learn everything about egg storage and how long they will last (even without an expiration date!) Whether you have your own backyard chickens…
It’s time to start planning for the spring garden, place your chick order(s) and dream about summer days! While it may seem common sense to some, raising your own meat chickens actually has a prime time to raise chickens to have a successful batch of meat in your freezer! Most people who are interested in…
One common question we get asked is, “where can I take my chickens to be processed?” This question is a large one, and it relies largely on what you intend to do with the meat after it is ready for human consumption. Some questions to consider about chicken processing: Why home processing may not be…
Here at Pleasant Grove Homestead, we’ve been raising meat birds and egg layers for over 7 years! As of 2023, we raised 1,240 meat birds in the calendar year, and currently maintain a flock of 186 laying hens! We’ve learned a lot about what not to do– so here’s a complete guide of what to…
A question that’s largely dependent on the care and breed of laying hen, we’ve outlined some major questions to consider when it comes to answering this question! The short answer, our data shows about 260 eggs in a year, and 500 in a lifetime! All of those numbers are subjective though– read on to know…