Hen in Chief Chats

Ready for some transparency? It's been a rough few weeks for us at the hatchery and has me feeling reflective & needing to preach to myself. This is not an educational episode, but a heart chat.  Be sure to check us out on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heninchiefchats

You've been hearing me talk about it if you follow us on social media...the Silkie Sale! In this episode, I'm sharing the "why" behind switching up the way we offer silkies this year. I hope it brings our customers so much joy! An important announcement regarding our Silkie Sale: our Patreon subscribers will have EARLY ACCESS to shop the Silkie Sale! Sign up at a patron today to get early access!  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heninchiefchats

One of our most frequently asked questions from our customers: how do I introduce my new chickens to my existing flock? Let's discuss that!

Here's my experience with bedding over the years owning chickens, and the last year owning a chicken business. We are doing a deep dive into what works and what doesn't when it comes to bedding your chickens. 

Let's dive into my at-home chicken vet kit and take a look! I'm discussing everything we keep on hand here at the farm to ensure we are prepared for any illnesses or injuries that may arise.

All you need to know about hatching fertile eggs shipped to you from breeders or hatcheries across the country!

As a small hatchery focusing on quality birds, we exist in what I call "the messy middle". A chat about getting comfortable with the idea of not being able to please everyone. 

How in the world did we end up as the owners of a chick hatchery? This is the story of our crazy journey buying Northwoods Poultry.