Raising Chickens for Beginners

A Self Sufficient Guide from a Farmer

By: Jaleon Duvall

Narrated by: Steve Knupp

Length: 3 hrs

Publisher's summary

Discover how to get a virtually endless supply of fresh eggs for minimal cost and effort.

Want to have ready access to fresh organic eggs without having to run to the supermarket?

Concerned about the inhumane way that chickens are raised in factory farms?

Looking for a fun hobby that gets you outdoors communing with nature?

Backyard chicken-keeping has grown in popularity in recent years for the reasons above.

Chickens provide a regular food source, make great pets and are a valuable composter for kitchen scraps.

Compared to other farm animals, they’re the easiest to raise and don’t require intensive input.

Plus, their esteemed produce, eggs, are not just a versatile cooking ingredient–they are shockingly full of nutrients.

It’s clear to see–chickens make a valuable addition to your home.

Even A-list celebrities like Jennifer Aniston and Martha Stewart are getting in on the action.

If you want to raise chickens at home, this guide will help you get started.

You’ll find practical chicken-raising pointers that will come in handy throughout your chicken-keeping journey–from choosing the right breed to preparing a brooder to check their eggs.

In Raising Chickens for Beginners, you will discover:

• An in-depth introduction to raising your own flock of chickens in your backyard, even if you have zero farm experience
• Which comes first–the chicken or the egg? The answer to this age-old question will help you start your flock faster and easier
• How to keep your chickens safe and sheltered while also giving them room to roam
• The chicken breed known for its prolific egg-laying abilities–enjoy 300 eggs or more every year!
• How to properly care for baby chicks and ensure that they mature to full-grown chickens
• The number one thing you need to do with a sick chicken before you do anything else
• Eight health-boosting supplements to add to your flock’s main diet that will increase egg production and bolster immunity
• The surprising way chickens keep themselves clean and parasite-free without any effort on your end

And much more.

Keeping chickens doesn’t need to be difficult and time-consuming. The hardest part is starting and setting everything up.

But once you have your flock and routine established, you won’t need to spend as much time and effort on them.

As long as you have the space, the interest, and a healthy appetite for eggs, anyone can raise chickens from home. Yes, even you.

If you want to rediscover the joy of the simple rural life, even if you live in the city, then scroll up and click the “Add to Cart” button right now.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2022 Brett Lemos (P)2022 Brett Lemos

backyard chicken-raising journey

This book, seasoned with humor, provides invaluable guidance for anyone starting their poultry journey. In addition to helping you establish secure shelters and spacious accommodations for your feathered companions, it unveils the secrets of a chicken breed celebrated for its exceptional egg-laying prowess. A standout feature of this listen is its comprehensive advice on raising and nurturing baby chicks into healthy, mature chickens. Furthermore, it offers unwavering support for maintaining a thriving flock, including essential tips for promptly addressing chicken health concerns, revealing the fascinating self-maintenance skills that keep your poultry clean and parasite-free.

Things I Never Knew

The book, Raising Chickens for beginners was an absolute joy to listen to. Recently, my parents inherited chickens, and now I feel so much more educated as to how to help them to care for them. I really appreciate this beginners guide for anyone who wants to learn more About the subject. 

Confidence inspiringly brilliant guide

Such a brilliant narrator who invokes such confidence and a 'get to it' spiritual reaction. I know and have known many people over the years who are raising and loving their pet chickens. This guide covers everything you need to know and what to look forward to when it comes to raising your own chickens. Listening to others can be misleading and details can be vague when friends explain raising chickens...NOT WITH THIS BOOK. An excellent and insightful listen.

Very Informative!

This is a must-listen for anyone considering or already immersed in the world of raising chickens. Writer's passion for her subject, coupled with practical advice, makes this book an enjoyable and informative companion. Highly recommended for its readability, thoroughness, and the author's evident love for her feathered friends.

What a great book for beginners!

This is a very thorough beginner guide If you have any interest at all in raising these beautiful birds, look no further. This audiobook is full of helpful information for those needing the basics. This was excellent information about dealing with chickens and informative on caring for them.This book discusses feeding and caring for chickens and creating proper housing for them. It goes into how to feed them, from chicks to adult hens. I recommend this.

Your Go-To Guide for Healthy Chickens

In "Raising Chickens for Beginners," the author provides an insightful and comprehensive look into the world of backyard poultry. The book is packed with useful tips on every aspect of chicken care, making it a must-have for new chicken keepers. The narrator’s warm and informative tone adds to the accessibility of the content. Since listening to this guide, I've felt more confident in my ability to care for my flock, and the results have been remarkable. This audiobook has truly made raising chickens a delightful experience.

Chicken Love!

If you've ever been interested in learning how to raise chickens for sustained living, this is the perfect book for you! I've often thought about raising chickens for producing eggs and this book provided the insight on how to do so. From when they are chickens to full grown hens, this book provides it all. Highly recommend.

Very comprehensive guide about chicken care

This listen is more comprehensive than other guides on this topic. I really like the emphasis on animal wellbeing. Even if I don't go the route of raising my own chickens, I do watch chickens for friends and have done so many times. All of the knowledge will equip me to better care for chickens and to ensure they are healthy under my watch. I'm also going to consider buying local eggs vs going the more convenient route at the grocery store. This listen definitely inspired me to buy from a local provider of eggs.

Chickens!

This was very good information about dealing with chickens and informative on how to take care of them. Thanks for sharing; I know if I wanted to have a chicken as a pet, this would teach me a lot.

Promoting Healthy Living

Great audiobook for first-time chicken owners and those looking to start raising chickens. As this audiobook takes the guess work out and promotes healthy living. I liked the fact that the author was a farmer as it was clear there was years of experience condensed into his book, which helps encourage newbies or even those that had never thought about owning their own chickens until coming across his book. The book provides detailed overviews of popular breeds and their characteristics, as well as different types of coops and how to construct them. The section on feeding and caring for your chickens is equally thorough, covering everything from the type of feed they need to how to keep them healthy and prevent common health problems.