Backyard Chickens 101 — Getting Started on the Homestead | Ep. 2

Ep. 2 | Backyard Chickens 101 — Getting Started on the HomesteadThinking about raising backyard chickens on your homestead? Scott and Tina from Mississippi Family Homestead share the 10 things they wish someone had told them before they started — straight from 6 years of real experience with a flock of nearly 30 chickens.In this episode:Know your local laws before you get chickens (rooster bans are common!)How to choose the right breed for eggs, meat, or just for funThe truth about egg production — molting, age, and realistic expectationsCoop size requirements and why prefab coops are often misleadingHow to predator-proof your coop (they learned this the hard way)Proper nutrition — layer pellets, grit, calcium, and treatsThe real daily and weekly commitment of chicken keepingBasic first aid supplies every flock owner needsThe honest financial cost of raising backyard chickensThe emotional side of homestead chickens nobody talks aboutWatch us on YouTube: Mississippi Family HomesteadAvailable on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.