Tag Archives: Chickens

Chicken Feed

Posted on 09/08/2010 by Poulacapple Poultry

It appears we may have to dig deeper this winter to pay the feed-bill for our chickens. Following the worst drought conditions in 130 years in Russia they have banned the export of wheat from the end of this week … Continue reading →

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Hens, Bees and Fruit

Posted on 07/08/2010 by Poulacapple Poultry

The fruit trees are producing in unprecedented abundance this year.  This plum tree for example, has changed its shape, to become pendulous with the weight of its fruit.  Branches that reached outwards in spring are now being supported with lengths … Continue reading →

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Kitchen Waste

Posted on 16/07/2010 by Poulacapple Poultry

Recycling… kitchen waste, chicken feed, chicken droppings, compost heap, garden produce and back to the kitchen table again. A never ending cycle! This evening’s dinner awaits the knife.  The cabbage has been grown without any artificial fertiliser, herbicide, pesticide or … Continue reading →

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Chickens and Greenfly

Posted on 11/07/2010 by Poulacapple Poultry

It’s a gardener’s nightmare but the last few days have been ‘party time’ for poultry. Greenfly are on the rampage and are so numerous that it appears as if the air is filled with floating particles, there must be millions … Continue reading →

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Our First Hatch this Spring

Posted on 24/03/2010 by Poulacapple Poultry

Our first chicks of 2010 at 10 days old, showing their wing feathers. ‘Hey, listen… is that my Daddy calling?’ the young chicks ask! These are our first chicks of 2010 and are just 10 days old. They are just … Continue reading →

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