Chickens - The Gateway Animal: A Beginner’s Guide to Raising Chickens for Eggs, Meat, and Self-Sufficiency

Chickens: The Gateway Animal – A Beginner’s Guide to Raising Chickens for Eggs, Meat, and Self-SufficiencyReady to take the first step toward self-sufficiency? Chickens are the perfect gateway animal for anyone looking to start a homestead, produce their own food, or enjoy fresh eggs from their backyard. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience, Chickens: The Gateway Animal is your essential guide to raising healthy, productive chickens with confidence.With over 13 years of hands-on experience, homesteader Brandelyn Tafoya walks you through everything from selecting the right breed to building a predator-proof coop, maximizing egg production, feeding for optimal health, and even troubleshooting flock issues.Inside, you’ll learn how to:✔ Choose the best chicken breeds for eggs, meat, or both✔ Set up a safe, functional coop and run—backyard or homestead-sized✔ Incubate eggs, raise baby chicks, and care for a thriving flock✔ Feed your chickens for health, productivity, and sustainability✔ Protect your birds from common predators and pests✔ Troubleshoot common health and egg-laying issuesWhether you want fresh eggs, homegrown meat, or a rewarding new hobby, this book gives you the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills to start raising chickens today!Perfect for first-time chicken keepers, homesteaders, and anyone looking to become more self-sufficient!“At a time when grocery prices are soaring, and the trust in our food supply has plummeted, a backyard flock of chickens has become the first stop for many on the journey towards food security and health.” Read more