Tips for Getting Tasty Eggs From Backyard Chickens

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Dear Martha: I'd like to raise chickens. Which breed of chicken is best for egg production, and do you have any tips?

A: It's not so much about the breed of chicken as it is about how you're going to keep them. You absolutely must have a well-fenced yard, so raccoons and other animals don't get the chickens; the fence should extend 12 to 14 inches into the ground. The coop will need electricity to run a light and keep their water from freezing in winter; you can also get a heated water dispenser.

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Tips for Getting Tasty Eggs From Backyard Chickens

I let my chickens out every day, no matter the weather. All the feed is organic, and I give them scraps that I would otherwise compost, such as apple cores and carrot peelings. We also hang cabbages on wires throughout...

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