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The Benefits of Raising Backyard Chickens

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by Emma Radebaugh

Raising a backyard chicken flock is an excellent idea for anyone looking to add a new hobby or a new unique pet to the family.

Raising chickens has many other upsides than just adding a couple of new faces to your family. If you’re on the fence about keeping chickens, consider these additional benefits of raising backyard chickens.

It’s an Educational Experience

If you have little ones at home, raising chickens will teach them plenty of lessons. Your kids will learn not only about chickens themselves but also some essential life lessons in responsibility and caring for other creatures.

RELATED: Why Our Kids Should Spend Time Around Animals

You’ll Get Fresh Eggs

Some of the most obvious benefits of raising backyard chickens is the fresh eggs. Most hens will lay one egg per day. Others will lay three to four a week, so you’ll always have a stock of eggs. The best part about having eggs straight from the source is you don’t have to worry about picking out old eggs on the grocery store shelf or consuming any additional preservatives that grocery store eggs often need.

RELATED: How to Start a Hobby Farm

Chickens Are Great Landscapers

Chickens create nutrient-dense fertilizer that will be great for keeping your lawn or garden in top shape. They’ll also clear weeds and bugs naturally by picking away at unnecessary backyard pests.

RELATED: How To Get Rid Of Pests And Actually Prevent Future Infestations

They’ll Reduce Your Waste

Chickens can eat a lot of the same foods we can. This means instead of wasting the leftover vegetables from dinner, you can share them with your flock of backyard chickens.

Chickens Are Simple

Chickens don’t require nearly as much attention as adding a dog to your family would. Raising backyard chickens as a beginner is easy to get the hang of. They also have unique personalities and are affectionate toward humans, making them fun companions to have around.

Chickens are great pets that provide ample benefits. These benefits of raising backyard chickens are worth considering if you’re looking for a new companion or hobby.

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