Hi Triplell: I converted my sheep stables under the 15' x 50' Shed into chicken runs. One is 20' x 14', and the other is 10' x 14', with two 10' open stalls left. For my brooder, I have an old oblong galvanized horse trough 2'x2'x6', and us a 250watt red grow light. From Walmart I got a cheap battery operated magnetic digital humidity and temperature gauge that I stick on the wall close to the bottom of the trough. I cover the top of the trough with rabbit wire to keep the critters from getting into my chicks.I just bought my first pair yesterday. I am not sure of the breeder's name as my friend has to find the paperwork. She is in the process of moving to her own farm.
I'm so curious as to what everyone is using for coops and breeder pens. Also how do they fair with humidity and extremely cold winters. I am in northern Minnesota. I have an old dairy barn that I have made into my coops. Please show pictures and some measurements as I do 90% of all the building. I am handicapped and I design things for my limitations.
Thank you
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