On our home stead That just makes sense
Here are the ten things that just make sense on our little homestead
✨🔟✨ lots and lots of food our chickens use boomgars fancy scratch grains and 16% layer crumble of the same brand we go through 4-6 45 pound bags a week .
✨9️⃣✨raised garden beds are a huge help this year we planted tomatoes and jalapeños and onions .
✨8️⃣✨pumpkins go along with the garden this year is our first year and they were doing good until they got these white bugs if you know how to get rid of them please help!
✨7️⃣✨ we have gotten into some special breeds last year we got bantam silkies and bantam Cochins and this year we mixed the two and got awesome chicks from them. We also got some red and blue laced wyandottes and gold laced polish chicks this year .
✨6️⃣✨ bucket waterers are so amazing I will do a post on how to make them but the chickens love them and they keep water cooler and don’t have to worry about rust on the metal waterers .
✨5️⃣✨ small chicken coops from feed stores are great maternity wards and transition houses a must have always have a few more than you think you’ll need hehe . this may make the chicken math worse lmao 😂
✨4️⃣✨ this one I can take or leave but the red fancy waterer is okay but the legs fall off and it tips easy other than that it’s good I’ll give it a 6.8 out of 10 . Not really worth the 75 dollars . 💸
✨3️⃣✨our chickens are very spoiled and have a chicken jungle gym they like to sit on it in the evenings and also swing when it’s cooler .
✨2️⃣✨ we have 25 nesting boxes for our hens they are a must have to keep your eggs contained . And yes the broody hens are a must have lol 😂
✨1️⃣✨ a brooder box is essential weather you want to buy chicks a mama hen isn’t taking care of chicks you get ducklings or sick or injured chickens or ducks . It’s a valuable asset and I’ve lost count on the amount of times we use this box for something other than baby chicks we bought . Ours is just a wood box drilled into a cement floor and it’s so easy to clean just get a rake and rake out the bedding .
A bonus one would be the feeders and all the chick supplies going to do that in a seperate post … #homesteadgoals #homesteadtips #chicken
Living on a homestead is a journey filled with trial, error, and lots of rewarding successes. One of the things I’ve found incredibly helpful is understanding how to keep everything working in harmony, especially when it comes to chickens and gardening. For example, my chickens thrive on Boomgaarden’s scratch grains and 16% layer crumble, which ensures they stay healthy and productive. Going through several large bags weekly might seem like a lot, but it’s worth it for the quality. Raised garden beds have been game-changers for growing veggies like tomatoes, jalapeños, and onions. They provide better soil control and keep pests at bay more effectively than traditional ground plots. Speaking of pests, pumpkins were a new adventure this year until white bugs started invading. Dealing with such pests naturally can be tricky—many homesteaders swear by neem oil sprays or introducing beneficial insects like ladybugs to tackle these bugs without harmful chemicals. Special chicken breeds like bantam silkies, Cochins, and laced Wyandottes not only add diversity but bring unique personalities and aesthetics to the flock. Mixing breeds can yield fascinating hybrids, which is quite rewarding if you’re into breeding. Bucket waterers are a favorite for keeping water clean and cool without the rust issues metal waterers often have, plus they’re easy to maintain. Small chicken coops serve as perfect maternity wards or quarantine spaces which every homestead should have to manage broody hens or sick birds separately. Nesting boxes are another vital element—having plenty reduces egg guarding and helps keep things orderly. Lastly, brooder boxes aren’t just for chicks; they’re indispensable for caring for injured or orphaned birds, as their warmth and security can make all the difference. Aside from these essentials, creating a chicken jungle gym offers enrichment for your flock, allowing them to stay active and entertained. It’s amazing how a bit of creative space can reduce stress among birds. A note on fancy waterers—while they look great, sometimes simplicity wins out; durability and ease of use often trump fancy design, so make sure you test products before investing heavily. Overall, these elements combined build a homestead ecosystem where your animals and plants support one another. The little things like having extra equipment handy can save you from big headaches later on. I’m excited to share more about feeders and chick supplies soon, as getting those right sets the foundation for a thriving flock.
