Squeaky toy = broodiness activated One of our Piplets is busy growling and clucking. For the record, there are no eggs. #Squeaks #Clucky #Hen #Broody | Chookens

Broody hens Broodiness is a physiological state and maternal behavior exhibited by hens who want to be mothers. Their physiology and behavior will change in order to achieve this. What causes Broodiness? - when the release of a hormone called prolactin increases, it stops the production of gonadotropin, stopping ovarian follicle progression (the beginning of the egg production cycle), stopping the hen from laying. A broody hen will pluck the feathers from her underside so that her warm skin is i

The "Fireless Brooding Technique" is an innovative and humane method of raising native chicken chicks. Unlike traditional methods that rely on heat lamps and other potentially dangerous heat sources, this technique uses a combination of insulation, natural heat sources, and careful management to create a safe and stress-free environment for the chicks. By eliminating the risk of fires and reducing stress on the birds, this technique can lead to healthier and happier chickens with a lower mortali