Can you feed your chooks on insects alone?

Chooks love foraging for bugs round the garden, but can’t live on insects alone, and some invertebrates are better choices than others.

Spring poultry care

Spring is a delightful time in the poultry yard with hens back on the lay and, for those who keep a rooster, perhaps even chicks to enjoy. These tips from Jessamy Miller will help you make the...

Buying chooks? Here's some tips

If you are new to chook keeping, or thinking about adding some hens to your house, Jessamy Miller knows what to look for.

Caring for chooks in winter

Winter chills and short days will have an effect on your chooks, writes Jessamy Miller.

Happy hydrated hens

Hot weather makes life difficult for everyone, including chooks. Jessamy Miller has some tips to help keep them cool.

Keeping chooks in small spaces

Yes, you can have chickens in a small yard, writes Jessamy Miller, just pick the right type.

Small space chicken keeping

It’s possible to keep chickens even in a handkerchief sized backyard if you use the space wisely and pick the right type of fowl.

Keeping your chooks safe

Raising rare poultry

Rare poultry breeds are well worth your time, writes Jessamy Miller.

Hen health checklist

Observation is the key to success not only in your garden but for keeping your chooks healthy, writes Jessamy Miller.