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Ducks are also easy to keep, taste great and they can be integrated very well in the permaculture garden to control pests and fertilize. Ducks are another fantastic addition to a small permaculture homestead. They offer many benefits and can be a joy to have around. Let’s explore the advantages of keeping ducks, how to […]
Turkeys
Keeping Turkeys on a Southern African Homestead: Keeping Turkeys Raising turkeys on a Southern African homestead requires careful planning and attention to various aspects of their care: Benefits of Keeping Turkeys In conclusion, keeping turkeys on a Southern African homestead requires dedication, knowledge, and a passion for sustainable farming. When cared for properly, turkeys contribute […]
Deworming chicken
What is Deworming for Chickens? Deworming for chickens is a preventive and essential health practice aimed at controlling and eliminating internal parasites, commonly known as worms, that can infest the digestive system of these birds. Internal parasites in chickens can include various types of worms, such as roundworms, tapeworms, cecal worms, and gapeworms. Worm infestations […]
Chicken Manure
Using Chicken Manure Permaculture emphasizes creating a loop and avoiding waste. So, what can you do with chicken manure in a permaculture context on a small farm? Let’s explore some sustainable and efficient ways to utilize it: 1. Chicken Manure as local fertilizer: Allow chickens to forage freely on designated areas of the farm. Chickens […]
Regenerative chicken farming
Regenerative Chicken Farming Regenerative Chicken Farming with Rotational Grazing in Chicken Tractors or Eggmobiles for Arid Southern Africa Rotational grazing of chickens in chicken tractors or eggmobiles is a key component of regenerative chicken farming in arid Southern Africa. This practice involves moving the mobile chicken coops, known as chicken tractors or eggmobiles, to different […]
Chicken manure: record nutrients, bedding and use
Chicken manure can contribute nutrients and organic matter, but one bucket is not equivalent to another. Bedding, moisture, storage and composting all change the material. Knowing its source and analysis makes it easier to use without repeatedly overfeeding a bed.
Poultry bedding: keep deep litter dry and workable
Bedding in a poultry house should give birds a dry, comfortable surface. A deep-litter approach needs regular observation, adequate ventilation and prompt correction of wet patches. It is not simply a reason to keep adding material over an unmanaged floor.
Termites as poultry feed: local observation and a cautious trial
Chickens readily investigate many insects, including termites. That observation does not make termite collection a complete feeding system. Consider species, contamination, habitat and the value of the insects in the soil before encouraging or harvesting them.