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June Book of the Month - Interview with Nikki Husted Author of Chicken Keeping Pure and Simple
May 31, 2023

June Book of the Month - Interview with Nikki Husted Author of Chicke…

Discover the joy of chicken keeping with our June Book of the Month , Chicken Keeping Pure & Simple by Nikki Husted. This comprehensive guide covers everything from researching local regulations to selecting the right breeds ...

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Introducing Meyer Hatchery's New Signature Broad-Breasted Turkeys!
May 16, 2023

Introducing Meyer Hatchery's New Signature Broad-Breasted Turkeys!

Meyer Hatchery's new Signature Broad Breasted White and Black Turkeys are the best of both worlds. A turkey that grows quickly like a broad-breasted turkey but will be more the size of a heritage turkey averaging 29 pounds fo...

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How to Search Your Favorite Breed's Availability!
May 9, 2023

How to Search Your Favorite Breed's Availability!

Finding chick availability on Meyer Hatchery's website is as easy as a few clicks! Listen to learn some tips for searching for your favorite breed's availability at meyerhatchery.com. https://meyerhatchery.com/en/products/Wha...

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May Book of the Month - Interview with Don Schrider Author of Storey's Guide to Raising Turkeys
May 2, 2023

May Book of the Month - Interview with Don Schrider Author of Storey'…

Storey’s Guide to Raising Turkeys by Don Schrider covers all aspects of raising turkeys including types of turkeys, feeding, breeding, housing, incubation, and pasture-raising. It is a valuable resource for those interested i...

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Guest Podcast: Brand Ambassador Swampy Pines
April 17, 2023

Guest Podcast: Brand Ambassador Swampy Pines

On the podcast today we have special guest Meyer Hatchery Brand Ambassador Swampy Pines Homestead! In 2020 they started our chicken-raising journey with a flock of 10 Rhode Island Red hens from Meyer Hatchery and have grown s...

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April Book of the Month: An Interview with Barbara Pleasant, author of Homegrown Pantry
March 27, 2023

April Book of the Month: An Interview with Barbara Pleasant, author o…

Homegrown Pantry by Barbara Pleasant is our April Book of The Month pick. This book is a comprehensive resource for learning how to grow a wide variety of different food crops to fill your pantry and freezer. It covers the …

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March Book of the Month: Interview with Lisa Steele, Author of Duck Eggs Daily
Feb. 27, 2023

March Book of the Month: Interview with Lisa Steele, Author of Duck E…

Duck Eggs Daily is the third Book of the Month with Meyer Hatchery! Join Tessa and author Lisa Steele to explore the benefits of raising ducks, her experiences, and the misconceptions about raising ducks with your flock of ch...

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Feed Concerns With Laying Hens
Feb. 14, 2023

Feed Concerns With Laying Hens

There is a lot of buzz about commercial poultry feed that can be misleading to both new and experienced poultry keepers. Today, Tessa shares insight on why hens don't lay through the winter, how you can plan for future winter...

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First Time Chicken Keeping- February BOTM
Jan. 30, 2023

First Time Chicken Keeping- February BOTM

You don't have to be a first-time chicken keeper for this book to be an essential part of your collection. First Time Chicken Keeping by Schneider and McCrea covers all areas of poultry care from before the arrival of your …

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Chicken Chat: Planning a Chicken Garden
Jan. 17, 2023

Chicken Chat: Planning a Chicken Garden

Welcome to our first Chicken Chat of 2023! We are starting off the year doing a little planning for gardening with our chickens. January is a great time to make your garden plans and order your seeds. Listen as Tessa …

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Ann Larkin Hansen Interview BOTM 2023
Dec. 30, 2022

Ann Larkin Hansen Interview BOTM 2023

The Backyard Homesteader Seasonal Planner is the first Book of the Month with Meyer Hatchery! Join Tessa and Jess as they interview the author, Ann Larkin Hansen, about her experiences, how she wrote this incredible book, and...

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