Chickens

Laying hen breeds in Ukraine: descriptions and photos

Success in raising domestic chickens and roosters on a farm or backyard depends primarily on choosing the right breed, proper care and maintenance, and your passion for these birds. You can learn about which breed to choose and how to care for them in this article.

Ukrainian laying hens
Description of the Adler Silver chicken breed: reviews

Most poultry farmers take the selection of chicken breeds seriously. Some ultimately want tasty meat, while others want a large number of eggs from their hens. Modern breeders have worked hard to develop various chicken breeds. The Adler Silver is one such breed. What makes it special, what is its description, characteristics, and what reviews do poultry farmers have of the Adler Silver?

All about the Silver Adler breed
Kuchinskaya Jubilee chicken breed: description and reviews

Breeding chickens on private farms is not uncommon, especially since the results achieved typically help save significant money on food. The only requirement is choosing the right breed of chicken for breeding and keeping. If you're considering keeping poultry for meat and eggs, be sure to consider the Kuchinskaya Yubileynaya breed, which has demonstrated excellent results in this area.

All about the Kuchinskaya Yubileinaya breed
The best broiler breeds: descriptions with photos, main characteristics

Broiler chicken breeds are popular in households and farms, prized for their high meat production. Broilers, or crossbreds, are the result of crossing different chicken breeds, from which they inherit the best qualities. Under good conditions, a chicken can grow and gain weight up to one kilogram in just one and a half to two months.

Breeds of broiler chickens
DIY nests for laying hens and their sizes

Raising chickens is generally a straightforward affair and doesn't present any problems or inconveniences. However, with very little time, you can provide your family with not only chicken meat but also a large number of eggs. To ensure a smooth transition, it's important to plan your laying hen's nesting area in advance and arrange it properly. This will protect the eggs from damage.

How to build nests