Farm & Livestock

Can I Keep Bees in My Backyard?

Backyard beekeeping is a simple hobby with sweet rewards. Before you get started, find out if your backyard can become an apiary.

Read More December 26, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

Raising Egg-Laying Chickens at Every Stage of Life

Help your laying hens live long and healthy lives by learning how to care for them in each of their life stages.

Read More December 21, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

What’s the Buzz on Beekeeping?

Have you ever wanted to try beekeeping? Learn about the many great benefits beekeeping can provide you, your garden, or your hobby farm.

Read More December 20, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

5 Best Small Animals for Your Hobby Farm

Discover the best starter animals to raise on your hobby farm. Choose between poultry, rabbits, goats, and more with this guide.

Read More December 18, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

The Complete Guide to Watering Your Chickens

You have plenty of options to keep your birds hydrated year round. Learn about the importance of water for your flock.

Read More December 13, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

5 Things to Make With Beeswax

Honey isn't the only good thing about beekeeping! Use beeswax from your hive to make homemade candles, lip balm, furniture polish, and more.

Read More December 11, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

How to Install a Snow Fence

Snow drifts are one of the worst parts of winter. Learn how to install a snow fence and how it works to control snow drifts.

Read More November 7, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

How to Care for Chickens in the Winter

Learn essential chicken care tips for extreme cold, from coop prep to flock protection. Keep your chickens safe this winter.

Read More November 1, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

The Basics of Beekeeping in the Winter

Learn how to keep your hive healthy year round by following these important instructions for beekeeping in the winter.

Read More October 30, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

Your Complete Guide to Electric Fencing

Keep your animals safe by installing an electric fence. Learn all the basics, and find out what you need to get started today.

Read More October 18, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

Choosing the Right Bedding for Your Chicken Coop

From pine shavings to sand, there are plenty of chicken coop bedding options. Learn how to choose the right one for your coop.

Read More October 18, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

How to Clean Your Horse Stable

To keep your horses safe and healthy, they need clean stables. Learn how to clean a horse stall in just five steps.

Read More October 13, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

How to Make a Candy Board for Winter Beekeeping

In the winter, your honey bees can run out of honey. Keep them thriving with a candy board. It's great for feeding your bees in winter.

Read More October 12, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

Prebiotics & Probiotics for Horses

Learn about the differences between prebiotics and probiotics, and discover the important benefits they provide to horses.

Read More October 2, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

Beekeeping Tasks Checklist for Fall

Prepare beehives for winter with this fall beekeeping tasks checklist, from requeening your hive to building a sugar board.

Read More September 21, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

Care and Feeding of Meatbirds

With the help of Nutrena and Blain's Farm & Fleet, you can learn about the basics of caring for and feeding meatbirds on your farm.

Read More September 18, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet