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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Frostbitten chicken help!
started by fire_shy
last post by jylgaskinDec 03, 200722Dec 03, 2007 -
Chicken House Ideas
started by BronxBoy
last post by johnnybegoodDec 03, 20077Dec 03, 2007 -
Suggestions for chicken breeds please
started by Tammy
last post by TamaraFayeMar 08, 200861Mar 08, 2008 -
Question about Turkeys
started by BeautifulBrahma
last post by BeautifulBrahmaDec 01, 20076Dec 01, 2007 -
Finally Found Hen...
started by Eric19
last post by luckycharm_1Nov 29, 20072Nov 29, 2007 -
How do you tell male from female Guinea Fowl?
started by beth_donovan
last post by TamaraFayeDec 01, 200713Dec 01, 2007 -
Waning moon...
started by brigidlily
last post by doveyMar 28, 200812Mar 28, 2008 -
bad week
started by luckycharm_1
last post by luckycharm_1Dec 07, 200711Dec 07, 2007 -
Cuckoo Marans.......
started by Lurky
last post by LurkyNov 26, 20071Nov 26, 2007 -
Water Heater...
started by Eric19
last post by copperstoneDec 23, 200816Dec 23, 2008
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Could someone tell me the name of the stuff to protect combs
started by hart
last post by ceeadsalaskazone3Dec 03, 200717Dec 03, 2007 -
Your opinion on our location...
started by angiemar10
last post by roserairieJan 20, 200927Jan 20, 2009 -
One more time
started by biggered
last post by BadseedDec 15, 200739Dec 15, 2007 -
Merry Christmas from Flying Eagle Farm
started by biggered
last post by saanansandyNov 26, 20073Nov 26, 2007 -
I'm assuming sebright bantams arn't hardy in winter?
started by smedgekles
last post by smedgeklesNov 26, 20073Nov 26, 2007 -
help my chickens
started by weimac
last post by gardener105Dec 06, 200718Dec 06, 2007 -
Looking for Blue Royal Palms
started by QueenB
last post by MoodeneNov 29, 20076Nov 29, 2007 -
Down to one egg a day
started by saanansandy
last post by saanansandyDec 12, 200730Dec 12, 2007 -
a medical chicken saddle
started by BackyardHens
last post by BackyardHensNov 23, 20075Nov 23, 2007 -
The Hills are alive.....
started by LoraK
last post by beth_donovanFeb 14, 200816Feb 14, 2008
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Brahmas
started by jylgaskin
last post by BeautifulBrahmaDec 17, 200710Dec 17, 2007 -
peacock/silkie
started by lismil
last post by lismilNov 20, 20076Nov 20, 2007 -
Poultry predator identification - VERY useful article
started by hart
last post by gardener105Dec 03, 200721Dec 03, 2007 -
Turks are dressed and they weigh..........
started by LoraK
last post by saanansandyNov 21, 20077Nov 21, 2007 -
Made a jacket!!-pic
started by Moodene
last post by BackyardHensJan 06, 200814Jan 06, 2008 -
What should be in a basic chicken first aid/medical kit?
started by BackyardHens
last post by TamaraFayeNov 30, 200718Nov 30, 2007 -
Naragansett turkey anybody cooked one?
started by jylgaskin
last post by jab91864Nov 24, 20075Nov 24, 2007 -
How long does a fresh turkey keep?
started by LoraK
last post by LoraKNov 17, 20072Nov 17, 2007 -
Mini Turkeys?
started by melvatoo
last post by melvatooNov 16, 20070Nov 16, 2007 -
Does anyone raise chickens for meat?
started by LoraK
last post by TamaraFayeDec 12, 20077Dec 12, 2007
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What kind of Bantam is this?
started by smedgekles
last post by smedgeklesNov 27, 200718Nov 27, 2007 -
plants safe for goats to eat
started by StonoRiver
last post by StonoRiverNov 17, 20072Nov 17, 2007 -
Anybody doing egg crafts/ornaments?
started by Badseed
last post by BadseedNov 15, 20075Nov 15, 2007 -
Good introductory books about sustainable living?
started by jjpm74
last post by dariusMar 29, 200815Mar 29, 2008 -
Why do silkies not like the chicken house?
started by jylgaskin
last post by ahvccenterMay 07, 202418May 07, 2024 -
Bumbull foot has fullfilled her destiny
started by LoraK
last post by Patchouli78Nov 18, 20076Nov 18, 2007 -
crestedchik Happy Birthday
started by phicks
last post by saanansandyNov 15, 20076Nov 15, 2007 -
Broody?
started by LoraK
last post by LoraKNov 09, 20074Nov 09, 2007 -
Giant pink bird derails locomotive (off topic)
started by LoraK
last post by TamaraFayeDec 12, 20073Dec 12, 2007 -
When it gets cold you cannot be choose who you snuggle with!
started by LoraK
last post by beth_donovanDec 08, 200713Dec 08, 2007
