Much like the pioneers of old, today's rural gardeners are seeking a simple, peaceful, self-sustaining life for themselves and their families. Here's a place to explore beekeeping, homesteading, poultry and livestock, and even gardening by the moon, as well as other ideas that make up rural gardening.
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chickens molting
started by granny_goody
last post by granny_goodyApr 05, 20084Apr 05, 2008 -
Goslings pipped but not making progress
started by Cottage_Rose
last post by talley_wackerApr 05, 20089Apr 05, 2008 -
my new chick is still with broody hen
started by weimac
last post by BackyardHensApr 04, 20086Apr 04, 2008 -
Need ideas for a sign - Chickens: No Jumping In The Coop!
started by Glenda_Michigan
last post by Glenda_MichiganApr 04, 200814Apr 04, 2008 -
Gassy chick - swelled crop
started by maineiac
last post by TamaraFayeApr 04, 200837Apr 04, 2008 -
Practical Matters at Processing Time
started by truest
last post by granny_goodyApr 04, 200844Apr 04, 2008 -
big thank you
started by weimac
last post by TamaraFayeApr 04, 20081Apr 04, 2008 -
Australorps vs Blue Andalusians that are black
started by MNKris
last post by kenboyApr 04, 20083Apr 04, 2008 -
Here are my two "natural born" babies
started by BackyardHens
last post by truestApr 03, 20088Apr 03, 2008 -
Sometimes photo-ops are irresistable
started by GothicGarden
last post by TamaraFayeApr 03, 200814Apr 03, 2008
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Has anyone tried this kind of coop flooring??
started by Glenda_Michigan
last post by Jean529Apr 03, 20084Apr 03, 2008 -
Help! I hear peeping under my hen! Yay!
started by BackyardHens
last post by LoraKApr 02, 200816Apr 02, 2008 -
Rooster fight and hurt eye, what can we do for the eye?
started by smedgekles
last post by granny_goodyApr 02, 20089Apr 02, 2008 -
Advice needed from you Chicken experts
started by MollyD1953
last post by MollyD1953Apr 01, 200857Apr 01, 2008 -
BLRW Eggs
started by mommahen10
last post by TamaraFayeApr 01, 200816Apr 01, 2008 -
Building another chicken palace
started by LoraK
last post by LoraKApr 01, 200812Apr 01, 2008 -
When do turkeys lay eggs.
started by jylgaskin
last post by jylgaskinApr 01, 20088Apr 01, 2008 -
another fowl question
started by MollyD1953
last post by MollyD1953Mar 31, 200815Mar 31, 2008 -
Incubation conundrum.
started by Catscan
last post by maineiacMar 31, 200820Mar 31, 2008 -
evil chicken
started by peepsqueak
last post by MollyD1953Mar 31, 200818Mar 31, 2008
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Anyone want to help figure out which is which?
started by Tammy
last post by TammyMar 31, 200820Mar 31, 2008 -
beehive entrance problem
started by pollyvinyl
last post by The_AdvocateMar 31, 20084Mar 31, 2008 -
Roos fighting or mauled by another animal?
started by LoraK
last post by granny_goodyMar 30, 200815Mar 30, 2008 -
My rooster tried to eat me...should I eat him first?
started by mcamden
last post by mcamdenMar 30, 2008103Mar 30, 2008 -
Parakeets in a Greenhouse?
started by begoniadude
last post by standinntherainMar 30, 20087Mar 30, 2008 -
Keets are hatching!!
started by LoraK
last post by LoraKMar 30, 200823Mar 30, 2008 -
Good introductory books about sustainable living?
started by jjpm74
last post by dariusMar 29, 200815Mar 29, 2008 -
Marans are hatching! Anyone know how to sex day olds?
started by LoraK
last post by TamaraFayeMar 29, 200827Mar 29, 2008 -
Guineas eating Asian lady beetles
started by granny_goody
last post by granny_goodyMar 29, 20085Mar 29, 2008 -
Help neededCall Duck Eggs hatching tips
started by freedomfarmsva
last post by talley_wackerMar 29, 20083Mar 29, 2008
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Raising chicks and hogs "au naturale"
started by cheralea
last post by talley_wackerMar 29, 20088Mar 29, 2008 -
Information on AE, AEV, "Crazy Chick Disease"
started by TamaraFaye
last post by TamaraFayeMar 29, 200816Mar 29, 2008 -
What causes chicken eggs to turn lighter in color?
started by chickenlover12
last post by knslwilliamsMar 29, 200811Mar 29, 2008 -
Ideal Hatchery on TV
started by frans530
last post by smedgeklesMar 29, 20081Mar 29, 2008 -
Pasting Up
started by Farming2008
last post by CatscanMar 28, 200814Mar 28, 2008 -
Opinions and thoughts on coop flooring.
started by Badseed
last post byMar 28, 200879Mar 28, 2008 -
Better start wearing my glasses when dropping in on threads.
started by Bettypauze
last post by justmeLisaMar 28, 20081Mar 28, 2008 -
Waning moon...
started by brigidlily
last post by doveyMar 28, 200812Mar 28, 2008 -
Over laying Button quail hen.
started by talley_wacker
last post by talley_wackerMar 27, 20080Mar 27, 2008 -
Happy Birthday silkiechick!
started by saanansandy
last post by luckycharm_1Mar 27, 200816Mar 27, 2008
