Transitions - A Year With Chickens
Today we’re taking a look at transitions, as part of our A Year With Chickens Series. We dedicate one episode per month to this series, covering what to expect when raising a chicken in that particular month. For the month of June, we're going to cover transitioning your flock to the coop, integrating with an existing flock, and some of the concerns that may arise from making that transition!
In this episode you'll:
- Hear About Kendra's Experience
- Learn How To Integrate At The Brooding Stage
- Get Some Tips for Integrating Into An Existing Flock
- Catch Our Best Tips For A Successful Transition To The Coop
Important Links:
- Poultry Pick Of The Week: Blue Splash Marans
- Not Mixing Species In Brooder - Blog Post
- Integrating New Chickens Into Existing Flock - Blog Post
- Pullet Egg - Blog Post
Also don't forget to join our exclusive Facebook Group "Inside The Coop" and submit your Poultry Pride Story, here!
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