Author: Tanner Barnsley
Tanner Barnsley is the pen name on Chicken Rise's backyard chicken guides: what is safe to feed a flock, breeds, coops and chicks. Chicken Rise is written by a small team under pen names; we are not vets, and if a bird is unwell, call an avian vet.
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Cluck ‘n’ Chew: Can Chickens Safely Devour Butternut Squash Skins?
Well folks, last weekend I learned the hard way that my chickens really love butternut squash – skin and all! It started…
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Buff Orpington Vs Bantam – The Ultimate Face-Off!
As someone who has kept both Buff Orpingtons and Bantam chickens for over 5 years now, I often get asked which breed…
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Why Do Chickens Make Barking Noises?
Last summer, I was out in my backyard when I heard a strange noise coming from my chicken coop. It almost sounded…
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Battling Buffs: Buff Orpington vs Buff Rock Chicken Face-Off
Today we’re diving deep into Buff Orpington vs Buff Rock chickens. I’ve raised both breeds myself, so I’m bringing you my personal…
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Clash of the Titans: Buff Orpington vs Jersey Giant Chicken Showdown
Now I know what you’re thinking – comparing chickens is like comparing apples and oranges. But when it comes to Buff Orpingtons…
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Buff Orpington vs Golden Comet: A Chicken Showdown
Now I know what you’re thinking – chickens, really? But hear me out. I’ve been raising chickens in my backyard for years…
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Eggstraordinary Battle: Buff Orpington vs Isa Brown
I’ve been raising chickens on my little homestead for a few years now, and let me tell you, not all chickens are…
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Rhode Island Rumble: Red vs White Chicken Showdown
Now I may just be a simple chicken farmer, but I’ve learned a thing or two about raising Rhode Island Reds and…
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Clash of the Coops: Buff Orpington vs Barred Rock
As a backyard chicken keeper, I’m often asked which breed is best. That’s a tough question with no one-size-fits-all answer. But two…
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Rocky Rooster Rumble: Rhode Island Red vs Barred Rock Showdown
As I strolled out to the coop this morning, I couldn’t help but smile at the sight of my two favorite feathered…
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Down Under Duel: Rhode Island Red vs Australorp Feathery Showdown
As a backyard chicken keeper for over 5 years, I’m often asked which breed I recommend for eggs and meat. My top…
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Cock-a-Doodle Combat: Rhode Island Red vs Leghorn Showdown
Growing up on a small farm tucked away in the heart of rural America, my childhood was peppered with the delightful cacophony…
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Red vs Buckeye Brawl: The Feathery Fight for Dominance
I grew up on a small farm in Rhode Island with a flock of feisty Rhode Island Red chickens. Those hens were…
