Backyard Chickens For Beginners: A Comprehensive Guide to Raising Chickens in Urban Environments.
For the freshest poultry options, look no further than your own backyard. If you have the space and access, your backyard might actually be a great place to raise chickens. It’s not as simple as picking up a couple of livestock options and plunking them in your garden, however. You need to determine if this option is actually possible for you, if you have the means to take care of them and if you have the basic skills to manage livestock.
The good news is, raising chickens in your own backyard isn’t complicated. Logistics aside, the perks of raising chickens at home means you get to save money and have all-around access to fresh, organic food options. By definition, backyard chickens refer to livestock that were specifically raised in the city and this book is a great guide on how to go about it.
In this book you will learn
• The history of raising backyard chickens
• What are the main reasons why you should consider this option
• What are the best chicken breeds to try
• The basics of raising backyard chickens
• How to best raise chickens in urban environments
• Tips and tricks on how to raise backyard chickens
The popularity of raising backyard chickens goes as far back as the Depression Era, when economic uncertainty prompted people to look into ways of how to cut corners and save money, as well as to ensure the year-round supply of food. These days, the focus is on knowing that your food sources are healthy and fresh. More than that, it’s also a particularly relaxing hobby or pastime.