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Chicken Predators in Kansas: Foxes, Coyotes & Domestic Dogs
February 14, 2023February 23, 2023 hsotr The Farm

Chicken Predators in Kansas: Foxes, Coyotes & Domestic Dogs

How to identify and prevent attacks on your chickens from foxes, coyotes, and domestic dogs in rural or urban areas.

Chicken Predators in Kansas: Skunks & Weasels
December 9, 2022February 23, 2023 hsotr The Farm

Chicken Predators in Kansas: Skunks & Weasels

Skunks are generally more interested in eggs than chickens, but weasels can be devastating to a small flock.

Chicken Predators in Kansas: Opossums & Raccoons
November 15, 2022February 23, 2023 hsotr The Farm

Chicken Predators in Kansas: Opossums & Raccoons

Opossums can be among the most annoying of chicken predators, while raccoons are among the most intelligent.

Chicken Predators in Kansas: Hawks & Owls
November 4, 2022February 23, 2023 hsotr The Farm

Chicken Predators in Kansas: Hawks & Owls

Here are the predators that Kansans will be most likely to battle, along with signs to look for and tips for thwarting the intruder. This post covers hawks and owls.

Backyard Coop
October 7, 2022October 11, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Backyard Coop

One coop that has proven to be a great choice for a small flock on pasture is the Round-Top Backyard Coop from Roost & Root.

Getting Started with Draft Animals on a Budget
July 29, 2022August 1, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Getting Started with Draft Animals on a Budget

For the beginner, getting started with draft animals can seem daunting due to the cost. Here are tips for getting off to a solid start without breaking the bank.

Grazing Management by Species: Poultry
February 15, 2022February 16, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Grazing Management by Species: Poultry

Poultry are not true grazing animals, but they will consume some grass in their diet. Furthermore, poultry play an important role in pasture ecology.

January 4, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Grazing Management by Species: Goats

Goats are true browsers, meaning they prefer to eat foliage above their shoulder height. This makes them great foragers of shrubs and small trees.

July 16, 2021 hsotr The Farm

Optimizing Your Land Use

Best results will follow from tailoring the farm layout to the farm conditions. So what are the optimal conditions for common aspects of a farm?

What is a Barn Quilt?
September 21, 2020November 2, 2021 hsotr The Sunflower State

What is a Barn Quilt?

A barn quilt is a large square design based on a quilt block but painted onto wood and hung up outdoors.

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