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Reec has a dynamic talk with Dr. Patrick Biggs, PH. D. a leading name in poultry nutrition. Dr. Biggs is currently the lead man at Purina when it comes to developing "the right stuff" for your backyard chickens of all stages in life.
Reec & Dr. Biggs talk about everything from life stage expectations, proper types of nutrition, brooding practices, molt, coop care, benefits of multiple coops, types of layer feed, his previous background with "big poultry", favorite chicken breeds, what types of chickens for your main purpose, and much much more!
This is an Eggcellent Adventures that you do NOT want to miss if you have chickens or are thinking of becoming an owner.
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a conversation with Lisa Steele, author of Fresh Eggs Daily, TV host of Welcome To My Farm
On this episode of Eggcellent Adventures with Reec, we are joined with Lisa Steele of Fresh Eggs Daily. She has an enormous social media following that peaks into the millions. Her followers and fans are following her vast knowledge of chicken wellness supplies, recipes , flock hacks and more.
Lisa is also the host of a nationally televised show named Welcome To My Farm and author of the best selling cook book “Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook”.
Lisa gives so many farm hacks including how to keep snakes away! Tune in for another EGGcellent Adventure with Reec Swiney @BlackYardChickenz
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On this episode of Eggcellent Adventures with Reec Swiney, we got an in depth look at Wolf Lake farms in Texas while conversing with Demond.
He and his family own a huge ranch the houses chickens, cattle, donkeys, and even bees! They also grow variety of vegetables , flowers and plants on their land.
Take a listen to the story of how they grew from a small backyard garden to a multiple acre ranch in the valleys of Texas. The man gives us some tips and tricks for livestock as well as harvesting, And the value of relationships and family.
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Reec satellites into Minnesota to talk with Taylor (@ChakraChickens) host of the Un-Cooped Podcast and homesteader / egg farmer. Taylor sheds light on his collection of breath taking chickens, peacocks, Guineafowl, goats, horses and even snakes!
He and his wife share a variety of critters. Taylor is also very knowledgeable on hatching. We get some pro tips on hatching, raising peacocks, advice on types of chickens for your personality and how chicken math turned 10 baby chicks into over 80 birds!
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Heath, owner of City Chick. City chick was once a chicken coop & chicken rental company for urban residents with chicken dreams, that weren't 100% ready to commit to the backyard farmer lifestyle. Now his company has grown into a chicken nutrition and educational company with an amazing social media following. Reec and Heath share stories, knowledge and hilarious chicken drama!
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We dive into winter prep for your backyard flock. Especially for those who are dealing with their first winter! Winter prep
- Water very important
- Heated dishes
- Buckets
- Heated hose
Food
- Ample feed
- Switch from layer feed if they are all in molt
- Corn will help heat bodies up
MOST chickes are built for cold
- Desiger breeds can get frost bite on those big head feathers (polish and bantams)
- SAY NO TO HEAT LAMPS
o Dust
o Feathers
o Jumpy birds
can all cause fires!!!- IF you just MUST use heat, use a heat plate NOT A HOT PLATE THAT YOU COOK ON
- A heat plate that you would use for a brooder box, Cozy Chick makes one
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This urban farmer hailing from Virginia has found peace and new beginnings through her journey into the world of farming. Shai shares her story of surviving abuse and how getting back to the basics has been healing and helpful for PTSD. She's gone from city girl, to a full fledged farmer who's entire family is getting in the dirt and may be making a huge move soon!
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Whitney started to "grow a couple of things" in an attempt to start eating healthier...Fast forward few months, this Urban farmer has landed her family on some acreage, started a full fledge vegetable, herb garden, is raising rabbits, goats, chickens and has her sights set on transforming everyone she touches into self sufficient growers too!
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What happens when you mix a house of cats, dozens of chickens and a super cool homesteading plant momma.... a very popular social media presence for one! Cats and Clucker's front woman, Sarah, joins Reec to talk about her journey into cat woman turned chicken tender. They chop it up about gardening and how a change in scenery led her to a life changing decision that has created a natural stress relieving journey.
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Fueled by the memory of promises unfulfilled, this black family's decision to purchase over 40 acres of land is a deliberate effort to take back a portion of the freedom that was once pledged – 40 acres and a mule. Now he's sharing all of the knowledge he's acquired, from purchasing land for cheap, manufactured homes, water systems, gardening, farming and more!
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Dr. Laura Catena is a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, a Pet Age 2021 Women of Influence Award Recipient, and an Ambassador for Animal Health & Wellness. She is also the Founder & President of The Armor Hand Glove. A tool that has revolutionized safety for animal handlers, doctors and care takers! Check out how her horrifying experince tuned into an idea that has changed lives for the better.
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This 1st gen, hobby farm in Ontario Canada joins Eggcellent Adventures to share their incredible journey that includes hatchlings, pigs, and a little dog too! Their acreage is an amazing sight to see. We talk about predator proofing, raising pigs and how the homestead brought the family closer.
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Better Flock is changing the thoughts behind chicken hydration! Their product dou that they dub "Poultries Power Couple" is AN All-natural drinking water duo, each curated with premium specialty ingredients to support health challenges or egg production. Better Flock Founders, a sister duo, come from a family who is no stranger to poultry health. Their father was a pioneer in the feild as well. Hear the story behind Better Flock, the vision for success and why they are making so much headway.
More information at: www.betterflock.com
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Amanda of Peony Puff Silkies is a chicken breeder specializing in "Silkies". The breed stole her heart and now she has hundreds of birds in her award winning breeding program. Take a listen as she gives insight on breeding, genetics, shipping, marketing strategies and more! Her energy was as amazing as the interview itself. Here's another Eggcellent Adventure!
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Natural Born Tillers is an Edible Landscaping Company in Atlanta, GA. The founder, Corey, shared is dynamic story of how he hiked from Maine to Georgia, worked on several farms and agricultural opportunities and is currently beautifying corporate spaces with edible gardens and educating along the way.
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Second Hen'd is Here to educate others about the benefits of adopting "spent" hens and promote compassion. Take a listen to Erica as she talks about her chicken rescue program, journery into the chicken world and evrything in between!
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This episode was WILD, literally! Branden Sanders of Sanders Wildlife came through and shared some of his Eggcellent Adventures as a certified wildlife rescue and rehab guru. Everything from endangered species of skunk that hitched a 12 hour ride in a tractor trailer, to a melanated coyote that went viral for breaking into homes just o make friends with pet dogs! We even got the feel-good origin stories of how he fell in love with wild life. I hope you’re ready for this Eggcellent Adventure!
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