Ah, the humble egg. It’s been at the center of breakfast tables, baking recipes, and the occasional art project gone awry. Yet, not all eggs are made equal. Nope, I’m not yolking around! Dive with me into the world of farm-fresh eggs vs. their store-bought counterparts, and let’s egg-splore the differences, shall we? 1. TheContinue reading “Cracking the Egg Mystery: Farm Fresh vs. Store Bought”
Category Archives: Poultry
The Absolutely Unofficial Guide to the Enigmatic Easter Egger Chickens
Ah, the Easter Egger Chicken! It’s neither a breed with ancient origins, nor does it hail from some exotic faraway land. No, dear reader, it’s our very own chicken-y equivalent of a surprise party. Let’s delve into this with an air of sarcasm and a touch of genuine love for this fascinating, feathered friend. IfContinue reading “The Absolutely Unofficial Guide to the Enigmatic Easter Egger Chickens”
Meet the Ameraucana: The Chicken That’s Too Cool for the Coop 🐔😎
If you are looking for a gorgeous-looking bird that lays a non-traditional egg, then the Ameraucana is a breed worth considering. Coming in a variety of colors, with muffs and beards, and laying a gorgeous blue egg, Ameraucanas are a real show-stopper. Quick Facts Ameraucanas are known for being docile birds with a friendly andContinue reading “Meet the Ameraucana: The Chicken That’s Too Cool for the Coop 🐔😎”
Why We Chose Khaki Campbell Ducks
When we first started the farm back in 2021, ducks weren’t even on the radar. But a family member got a hold of me and told me that a cousin had 3 ducks that she had grown tired of and her parents were looking to rehome them. So I told her that we would takeContinue reading “Why We Chose Khaki Campbell Ducks”
How and Why to Use Deep Litter in the Coop
I don’t know about you, but for me, the fewer chores I have to do, the better. Especially in the winter months. This is why I chose to use the deep litter method for our coops here on the farm. Only have to clean the coops out completely once or twice a year? Yes, please,Continue reading “How and Why to Use Deep Litter in the Coop”
Rotational Grazing With Small Livestock
When you think of grazing livestock, most folks think of putting animals out to pasture and leaving them be except to water them or bring them into the barn. When most think of rabbits or chickens or ducks, they think of set areas like a chicken coop or rabbit hutch. Here at Huckleberry Farms, weContinue reading “Rotational Grazing With Small Livestock”
Introducing “Fill Your Freezers”: Your Future Feast Planner
“Fill Your Freezers” isn’t just another program; it’s your ticket to culinary peace of mind! Happening twice every year, this initiative lets you pre-reserve your desired quantities of chicken and rabbit meat. Here’s What’s Cooking for You: 🥩 Priority Pass: By opting into this program, you’re catapulted to the front of the queue. What doesContinue reading “Introducing “Fill Your Freezers”: Your Future Feast Planner”
Why Choose Farm Fresh Chicken?
Chicken is chicken is chicken, right? Wrong. We’ve all heard that old adage “you are what you eat.” This is very true. Something else that is true is that “You are what your food eats.” Commercial Free Range Chickens “Free-range” is a popular choice among chicken buying experts. According to the USDA’s Food Safety and InspectionContinue reading “Why Choose Farm Fresh Chicken?”
