Chickens & Poultry

What Are the Best Egg-Laying Chicken Breeds?

Ready for farm-fresh eggs? Learn about which chicken breeds are best for quality egg production with this simple guide.

Read More January 23, 2024 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

Top 10 Ornamental and Show Chicken Breeds

While some chickens are meant for egg or meat production, others are more ideal for ornamental use. Learn about the best show chickens.

Read More January 12, 2024 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

How to Raise Chickens and Ducks Together

When done right, you can house chickens and ducks together. Learn how to properly raise ducks and chickens to live together in harmony.

Read More January 9, 2024 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

5 Basic Features Every Chicken Coop Needs

Building a chicken coop? Learn how to build one with the right ventilation, features, and budget. Find out what every coop needs.

Read More January 5, 2024 | 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

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

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

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

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

Choosing a Chicken Feeder & Waterer

Get the right chicken feeder and waterer for your flock. Learn about the different types to choose from with Blain's Farm & Fleet.

Read More August 31, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

Selecting the Right Chicken Feed

From baby chicks to laying hens, choosing the right chicken feed can help your flock grow healthy and strong. Find the right feed with Blain's Farm & Fleet.

Read More July 5, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

FDA To Transition Many OTC Animal Medications to Prescription

By June 11, FDA will change the status of many over-the-counter animal meds to require a prescription. Learn more from The Animal Experts!

Read More April 17, 2023 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

Raising Healthy Baby Ducklings 101

This guide on Raising Ducklings teaches you how to care for baby ducks, what to feed them, how to choose a brooder, and more.

Read More April 12, 2022 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

Raising Healthy Turkey Poults 101

Have you thought about raising turkey poults? Learn how with our easy to follow guide. Before you know it you will have full-grown turkeys!

Read More April 12, 2022 | Blain's Farm & Fleet

Tips for Raising Healthy Chicks

Whether you’re raising baby chicks for egg-laying, FFA or 4H, Blain's Farm & Fleet has some simple tips for getting you started the right way.

Read More March 2, 2022 | Blain's Farm & Fleet