Grit Guide to Backyard Chickens, 15th Edition

In this edition of Grit magazine’s bestselling Guide to Backyard Chicken series, our editors have compiled an assortment of articles written by experts that we know and trust. Featuring 22 fan-favorite articles in total, you will learn about preparing your flock for winter, the value of a pecking order, keeping your chickens healthy and protected from predators, breeding heritage flocks, what the best breeds for kids are, and so much more!

You'll get articles like:

• Flock Owner Offers Advice: Remember these lesser-known needs when caring for your feathered friends.
• Feed the Flock: Whether free-range, forage, or a combination of the two, learn more about what makes an effective diet for your chickens. 
• Exploring Backyard Chicken Behavior: The pecking order is a natural and healthy form of communication that helps the flock establish and maintain dominance. 
• How to Create an All-Weather Dust Bath: Avoid mites and other dangers by helping your chickens keep clean even when snow covers the ground. 
• Portable DIY Chicken Tractors for Any Budget: Tested over time, here are three portable laying-hen coops that might suit your homeplace.