projects

A current project of mine and many others in Australia is to recreate the Welsh light duck breed known as the Magpie. Unfortunately, it is unknown whether Magpies were ever imported in Australia, and with current rules and regulations in place for biosecurity it is too expensive to import breeds...

Good day for all here I will post some pictures of Aseel 75% Sumatra 25% —- age 7 months.. His tail still growing up he just only 7 months . . . For hens .. I will take pictures later ❣️

We have been showing chickens for about 3 years and owning for about 6. We live on a large farm in WV. We enjoy showing for 4-H and have begun a blog to help others who want to learn more about livestock projects with kids and 4-H. We have used the forums at BYC for years to help us with our...

Hello, I'm working on a project with my rooster's spurs. I'm making earrings, but before I do anything I'm unsure on what to use to clean them. Yes, the inside is hollow, with dry blood from when they were removed. Which, is why I need them cleaned- regardless they need cleaned. I'm curious on...

I would love to selectively breed to acquire a hen who's offspring would reliably produce pink hued eggs, however realize this is a near impossible task for one person, as to do it right I'd have to hatch 1000s of eggs, then raise them till laying age, culling 98% of the birds. It could...

Does anyone one have any DIY Brooder projects, possibly with plans, that works great with hatchling of 10+? I know I can just build a box with an opening, top cover with hard wired. However, I'm looking to do something extra just with a more secure top and viewing. Plastic is ok for lesser...