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Raise meat chickens your way with this complete step-by-step guide by Brian Cunningham. You choose exactly what the birds eat and how you treat them. The result is poultry that matches your land and your table. This book turns a complex homesteading task into clear, manageable steps.
You get sequential instructions backed by years of hands-on farming. The author refined every plan through real successes and failures. You follow simple checklists instead of guessing. Every chapter connects back to earning your food and controlling your dinner.
Why You'll Love It- Clear Checklists Track every stage without feeling overwhelmed.
- Breed Selection Guidance Pick the right flock for your climate and goals.
- DIY Pen Plans Build sturdy brooders and movable coops yourself.
- Feeding & Health Focus Optimize nutrition to keep birds thriving.
- Troubleshooting Advice Fix common issues before they stall progress.
- Beginner Homesteaders Start flocks with confidence and simple pacing.
- Backyard Farmers Turn small plots into reliable protein sources.
- Local Food Advocates Take full control of livestock nutrition and care.
- Gardeners Scaling Up Integrate poultry into existing land management.
Follow the printed checklist sequence exactly to avoid missed tasks.
Adjust pen dimensions based on your actual space before construction begins.
Record weekly weight gains to spot health shifts early in the cycle.
Source feed and bedding materials before your chicks arrive.
Who's This For?- Families seeking self-sufficient meal preparation
- Readers who prefer written guides over video courses
- Homesteaders focused on ethical and transparent processing
How many chicks does the book recommend ordering?
The guide includes detailed criteria to help you calculate the exact number needed for your family size.
Can beginners build the suggested coops?
Yes. The included plans are designed to be simple and straightforward for basic builders.
Does the book cover processing methods?
It provides step-by-step guidance for handling and preparing your birds from living flock to kitchen plate.
Is this guide suited for backyard spaces?
The movable pen designs work well for smaller lots and limited acreage.
How is the information organized?
Chapters follow a clear chronological flow from planning and breeding through raising and final preparation.
Product Details
- Format Paperback edition
- Author Brian Cunningham
- Page Count 84 pages
- Dimensions 0.2 x 8 x 5 inches
- Publication Date November 16, 2018
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With over 35 years of smoking experience, we started DDR BBQ Supply with a simple goal: to help others cook better barbecue. We've spent decades learning what works and what doesn't, and we apply that knowledge to every product we carry. From high-performance grills and smokers to carefully selected rubs, sauces, and tools, everything we offer is something we believe in and use ourselves. We don’t believe in cutting corners or selling gear we wouldn’t rely on during our own backyard cooks and when we compete in BBQ competitions.