Well, I am incubating 27 baby chicks right now. I started having backyard chickens around last year this time. I have 3 hens, and yes I live in the city, with a very small yard. They do provide me with some of the most amazing tasting fresh eggs that I have ever had.
3 eggs a day actually adds up. I have a wife and 2 kids, and it is enough that we never have to buy eggs anymore. They actually pay for themselves.
Right now, I am incubating these eggs for my Dad. I will take some pics of them when they are born and share them on this site. I actually made my own DIY incubator and I can share how to build one yourself. My wife and I have started making all kinds of stuff for ourselves, including DIY rainwater collection, DIY yogurt making, and DIY laundry detergent.
I will hopefully start adding some of these soon.
Greg
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My wife and I just moved to a 5 acre farm and are waiting for our chickens to arive. We ordered 3 “ready-to-lays” and 12 chicks. Can’t wait. We’re going to be rolling in eggs.
That is Great. I had chickens when I was young and really enjoyed it. They are pretty easy to take care of and are pretty docile. They have interesting personalities as well. It is nice to feel a little more self sufficient. What kind did you get?
Have any roosters to go w/ those hens?
I don’t have any roosters. They are not allowed in my city ordinance. I am allowed 25 hens though. My dad has a rooster. That is how I got these eggs.