Poultry
Technically, poultry doesn’t count as livestock in farming terms – but anyone who’s kept hens will tell you they can sure be lively! Whether you’re planning to keep a few hens for eggs or raise some birds for the table (or both), check out our guides to get you started. You won’t regret it (unless you like a very tidy garden).
Guides & articles:
Further Reading
![]() Diseases of Free-Range Poultry Victoria Roberts | ![]() Self-sufficiency Hen Keeping Mike Hatcher | ![]() Once Upon A Flock: Life with My Soulful Chickens Lauren Scheuer | ![]() The Urban Hen: A practical guide to keeping poultry in a town or city Paul Peacock | ![]() Starting with Chickens Katie Thear |
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