Backyard chickens guide to raising and breeding  your own chickens compress en pt

Why should you raise chickens?
There’s a lot to like about raising chickens in your backyard. The eggs are a
real temptation—tastier and fresher than any store-bought eggs, and better for
baking, too. The shells, along with the chicken poop, can be tossed right into
the compost pile. Much of the day, the birds entertain themselves, picking at
grass, worms, beetles, and all of the good things that go into making those
yummy farm eggs. Plus, with their keen eye for insect pests, chickens make
for great gardening companions.
Remember, though: Nothing good comes easy!

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It seems that going hand in hand with the current technological revolution is
widespread nostalgia for the past. There is renewed interest in self-
sufficiency through traditional farm-style practices, and increasing demand
for space in which to garden or raise livestock in close proximity to urban
amenities. Many people realize that these practices can be done in smaller
dwellings and on urban plots instead of solely on rural acreage. More of us
are rethinking how and where food can be grown, leading to a surge in
innovation and ingenuity. It’s a movement toward simplification and getting
back to the land while incorporating modern technology to facilitate the
process. The challenge is how to optimize this on a functional, daily basis.
Modern life is too full—full of possessions, activities, news, and information.