How Do You Make Extra Income From Keeping Chickens?
Chickens are great hobby animals, especially on a farm. But even in the city you can have chickens, and even earn a little extra money! • If you live in the city, first make sure you know your area’s laws about keeping chickens in town. Often you are not allowed to keep more than six, and most places you cannot have roosters. This is for the sake of your neighbours and your reputation. • Once you know how many chickens you can have, consider if your property is adequate for keeping them. Do you rent: would the owner be happy with you keeping chickens? Do you have a nice garden that you don’t want chickens scratching around in? • Will you be able to feed your chickens? Chicks thrive on wheat, corn, or special chicken feed. Make sure you know how and where to obtain feed. • Once you are sure you want chickens, set about making some sort of chicken area of the yard. A hen-house is a must. It doesn’t have to be large, but it must be warm enough, have a nesting spot, and a perch for your ch
