Author: Tanner Barnsley

I'm Tanner, the guy behind the clucks and feathers at ChickenRise.com. I guess you could say I'm the chief chicken wrangler, but really, I'm just a regular dude who fell head over heels (or should I say beak over talons) for the world of chicken raising. My journey into the realm of poultry parenthood started when I decided to trade my city slicker shoes for some good ol' muck boots. One day, I found myself elbow-deep in straw, surrounded by a bunch of curious cluckers. And you know what? I haven't looked back since. ChickenRise.com? Well, that's my little corner of the internet where I spill the beans (or should I say feed?) on everything chicken-related. From coop hacks to eggscellent recipes, I'm on a mission to share the highs, lows, and downright hilarious moments of raising these feathered friends. When I'm not busy wrangling chickens or typing away at the keyboard, you can probably find me in the coop, swapping stories with my flock or perfecting the art of the chicken dance (trust me, it's a thing). So, if you're as crazy about clucks and coops as I am, join me on this wild, feather-filled ride at ChickenRise.com. Because let's face it, life is just better with a bunch of feathery friends by your side! Yours in feathers and fun, Tanner

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Can Chickens Eat Goosefoot?

I still remember the first time I offered my backyard flock some freshly picked goosefoot. It was a warm April morning, right…
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#1 Thing That Silently Killing Your Chickens: 🐔🛑 What Not to Serve Your Chickens

My chickens are garbage disposals on legs – they eagerly gobble up any and every kitchen scrap I toss their way. They…
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Can Chickens Eat Fresh Yarrow?

I still remember the day I first wondered if chickens could eat yarrow. I was out in my backyard, pulling some fresh…
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Can Chickens Savor the Flavor of Duck Meat? 🍽️🦆

I still remember the day my friend Ricky came by with a fresh duck he’d hunted. He was excited to cook it…
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🦢 Can Chickens Truly Feast on the Abundant Goose Grass? 🐔 🔍

I clearly remember the steamy 95° summer afternoon 2 years ago when I discovered my backyard chickens’ new favorite food. I was…
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Can My Backyard Chickens Enjoy Some Tasty Goose Grub?

I still remember the day I brought home my first baby chicks from the farm store very clearly. It was early spring…
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Can Chickens Chow Down on Duck Grower Feed?

I still remember the day I accidentally bought a huge 40-pound bag of duck grower feed instead of chicken feed from my…
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🦆Deciphering Whether Chickens Can Nibble on Duck Starter Feed! 🍽️

I still remember the day I accidentally bought a 50-pound bag of duck starter instead of chick starter. As I lugged the…
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🦐🍄 Can Chickens Indulge in Lobster Mushroom Delights? 🐓

I still remember that fateful day last summer when I took old Bessie out picking mushrooms in the woods. I figured a…
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Can Your Chickens Scoff Down Lobster Shells?

I’ll never forget the time I tried to serve my chickens a fancy feast fit for a king – or in this…
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Can Your Chickens Eat Loquats? This Farmer Found Out the Hard Way

I still can’t believe what happened last summer on my little homestead. You know I’ve been raising chickens for years now, but…
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Do Chickens Eat Dust 🐓 ?

Alright buddy, I gotta tell ya about the time I thought my chickens were throwing the wildest rager inside their coop. I…
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Do Chickens Chow Down on Duckweed?

I still remember the day last spring when I first plopped a scoopful of duckweed from my backyard pond into the chicken…