If you are looking into getting backyard chickens, or if you already have a few hens, you have probably heard the debate on whether or not you should wash your chicken eggs. Some people never wash, some always wash, and some disinfect. Here is the scoop on if you should wash your chicken eggs. Why […] Read More

It was a non-eventful week at Pint Size Farm. We are still waiting to hear from the bank to see if our offer on the land was accepted or not. Two of my kiddos and my husband were sick this week so that was no fun! Our rose bush out front has gone crazy and […] Read More

This was a long week! When our HOA cracked down on backyard chickens we decided we needed to build our homestead from scratch. It is going to be fun and nerve-racking at the same time! We will be helping our neighbors fight to allow backyard chickens in the HOA so you will be seeing some […] Read More

This weeks reader question is can a bantam chicken have too many mealworms? If you have a question the feel free to contact me! The Short Answer: YES a bantam chicken have too many mealworms The Explanation: Chickens are omnivores, like humans. They need a varied diet to stay healthy. Mealworms are a great treat, […] Read More

One of the most prevalent myths about chickens is that they lower property values. This is one of the reasons HOA’s generally do not allow them.  To be honest, it is hard to study such a claim, but we can look at the facts. The Facts about “Lower Property Value because of Chickens” There is […] Read More