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This comprehensive guide covers from choosing a breed to ensuring they are happy, healthy and productive. It includes a gallery of 60 of the most popular breeds, from the Dorking to the Silkie.Chickens make great pets. They are cheap to buy, easy to keep, and will provide you with a constant supply of fresh eggs. These feathered friends will soon endear themselves to you with their entertaining ways, providing fun for the entire family.
Keeping your poultry housing clean is essential for the health, welfare and productivity of your flock.
Handling your poultry and checking them over regularly is the best way to identify pests and diseases early, and give yo
The Rare Breeds Survival Trust lists 39 breeds of poultry on its Watchlist. Each has its own characteristics, and charac
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Hello, I'm Rosemary Champion, aka the Accidental Smallholder. I'm a smallholder in the east of Scotland and started this website to help other people who are interested in smallholding to find their way, and to share my experiences.
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