Growing garlic is one of the most rewarding things you can do. Not only is garlic great tasting, it’s packed with health benefits. You might think growing garlic is difficult, but it really isn’t—so long as certain factors are considered. Here are just a few tips for growing garlic successfully. You can replenish your own …
Brooders can become incredibly smelly in just a day or two under the wrong conditions. Using a thin layer of sand in the base of your brooder can eliminate odors and provide an easy way to clean up–like scooping out a cat’s litter box. This keeps your chickens healthier and is a breeze to maintain.
There’s no question about it: ducks love water. It’s probably why they’re called waterfowl! Unfortunately, they also love muddying their water. Not only do ducks leave waste behind when they go for a swim, but ducks love nothing more than to root in the mud with their bills before cleaning them off in the nearest …
“What sort of bedding should I use use in my duck house?” It’s one of those questions that has no right answer. Some suggest straw, others suggest gravel, and many suggest simply doing what works best for your situation. I prescribe to the last method. So, when my duck houses were deluged with rainwater and …
Using leaves as bedding in duck houses; does it work? Read More »
As a duck owner, you’ve probably wondered, “just how the heck can I get these guys into their house?” Luckily, herding ducks is pretty easy as it turns out! Ducks may have birdbrains, but they are no dummies! 1. Use a “herding stick” A “herding stick” can be a long branch, a wooden dowel, or …