Poultry planning

Want to get the most out of your feathered friends? JUSTIN RUSSELL gives you tips for managing chooks in an organic backyard.

When should I replace my rooster?

Roosters can only perform at peak levels for so long, SIMON WEBSTER reports.

Malay hen is on her game

A hen from a much-maligned breed is proving a great surrogate mum, SIMON WEBSTER reports.

Where’s the buzz

JUSTIN RUSSELL notices a lack of honey bees in his garden, and suggests a course of action to help local bee colonies thrive.

Ducks fit the bill

Are you looking for a natural slug, snail and grasshopper destroyer? Something that will also provide eggs and manure? The duck is your answer, writes PAUL HEALY.

The Wonders of Chook Poo

Haven't started enjoying the benefits of the humble backyard chicken? Justin Russell celebrates the wonder that is chook manure.

Designing a home for your hens

Discover the 'Chook Clock' - the ultimate poultry house and garden design. You'll also find some pointers on how to care for and your chooks.

Backyard beekeeping

Taking on backyard beekeeping involves taking on a lot of new information, but it's another satisfying step towards self-reliance.