So after much research I have learned two things: 1) A "good" rooster will protect its hens, find food and be the last into the coop at night. A good rooster can encourage an increase in egg production. 2) A "bad" rooster who harasses the hens … [Read more...]
The Rooster is Dead!
Chris is busily working on an account of our trip, leaving me with the sad task of informing all who care that our rooster died several days before we left.It was a rather shocking discovery for Chris. He opened the coop door and there he was; dead … [Read more...]
Poultry Harvesting is Complete
Yesterday we harvested our 21 remaining Cornish Giants. As we neared the day, I began using the word "harvesting" instead of "butchering" to offset some of the dread I was beginning to feel. I love the power of words...it helped a bit! We enlisted … [Read more...]