Happy Hens

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Happy Hens
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Organic Gardener Magazine
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:272
Dimensions(mm): Height 220,Width 182
Category/GenrePoultry farming
Gardening
ISBN/Barcode 9780733334498
ClassificationsDewey:636.5
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher ABC Books
Imprint ABC Books
Publication Date 24 August 2015
Publication Country Australia

Description

All you need to know to keep your chooks healthy and content from the popular ABC Organic Gardener magazine. Whatever size your backyard, you can keep hens and collect fresh eggs every day! Featuring the best of Organic Gardener magazine's expert advice, Happy Hens is packed with everything you need to know about caring for your chooks, whether you are just starting out or already have a flock. You will discover: - What to look for when buying chickens so you start with healthy, happy layers. - A handy guide to the best backyard breeds available in Australia - How to choose the right bird for your needs - whether you want top egg producers, live in a hot climate, or need to find the perfect chooks for a tiny plot. - Great tips on housing and caring for your hens, what to feed them and how to keep them safe from predators and pests. There are even instructions for a DIY hen house. - Troubleshooting tips to solve the most common chook problems. - If you're feeling clucky, learn how to incubate and raise chicks. With Happy Hens, it's easy to keep your backyard flock happy, healthy - and productive.

Author Biography

ABC Organic Gardener magazine is Australia's leading organic gardening masthead. The Organic Gardener books, including Happy Hens and Backyard Bounty, feature expert contributors.