Thinking about letting a hen hatch her own chicks instead of using an incubator? In this Poultry Keepers Podcast episode, we explore the pros, pitfalls, and fascinating realities of hen hatching. Learn why some breeds—like Silkies—are famous for broodiness, how a mother hen’s natural care can boost chick survival and growth, and the environmental factors that trigger broodiness. We share practical advice on feed timing, managing aggressive flock members, and when (and if) you should mov...
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Thinking about letting a hen hatch her own chicks instead of using an incubator? In this Poultry Keepers Podcast episode, we explore the pros, pitfalls, and fascinating realities of hen hatching. Learn why some breeds—like Silkies—are famous for broodiness, how a mother hen’s natural care can boost chick survival and growth, and the environmental factors that trigger broodiness. We share practical advice on feed timing, managing aggressive flock members, and when (and if) you should mov...
Fowl Pox in Poultry: What It Is, How It Spreads, and How to Protect Your Flock
Poultry Keepers Podcast
8 minutes
1 month ago
Fowl Pox in Poultry: What It Is, How It Spreads, and How to Protect Your Flock
It’s mosquito season—and that means your birds may be at higher risk of Fowl Pox, a viral disease that spreads rapidly through bites, contact, and contaminated surfaces. In this bonus episode of The Poultry Keepers Podcast, host Rip Stalvey breaks down: What fowl pox is and how to recognize itHow it spreads in your flockWhat treatments help reduce symptoms and secondary infectionsThe best ways to prevent outbreaks before they startWhether you’re a backyard hobbyist or a seasoned breeder, this...
Poultry Keepers Podcast
Thinking about letting a hen hatch her own chicks instead of using an incubator? In this Poultry Keepers Podcast episode, we explore the pros, pitfalls, and fascinating realities of hen hatching. Learn why some breeds—like Silkies—are famous for broodiness, how a mother hen’s natural care can boost chick survival and growth, and the environmental factors that trigger broodiness. We share practical advice on feed timing, managing aggressive flock members, and when (and if) you should mov...
