The Chick Chat Blog by Picky Neb

DIY Chicken Coop - Step by Step Instructions

Building your own chicken coop can be a fun and rewarding DIY project, and can save you money compared to purchasing a pre-made coop. With some basic materials and tools, you can create a safe and comfortable home for your feathered friends. 

DIY Chicken Coop Ideas

This article provides creative and cost-effective ideas for building your own chicken coop, including materials and tools needed, step-by-step instructions, and design ideas.

Creating a Chicken-Friendly Garden. Important Things to Know.

Do you want to create a garden that not only looks beautiful but also keeps your feathered friends happy? With a little bit of planning and creativity, you can create a garden that is both pleasing to the eye and safe for your backyard chickens to roam in. 

The Free-Range Chickens. What Are The Benefits?

This article discusses the benefits of letting your chickens roam freely in your yard, including improved health and wellbeing, increased egg production, and reduced feed costs.

How to Keep Your Backyard Chickens Safe from Predators

This article provides tips and advice on how to protect your chickens from predators such as raccoons, foxes, and hawks, including strategies such as using secure coops and runs, fencing, and deterrents.

The Basics of Raising Backyard Chickens

This article provides an overview of what's involved in raising backyard chickens, including topics such as choosing the right breed, housing and fencing, feeding and nutrition, and general care and maintenance.

How to Store Dried Mealworms and Black Soldier Fly Larvae for Maximum Freshness

How to Store Dried Mealworms and Black Soldier Fly Larvae for Maximum Freshness

Keep your backyard chickens happy with fresh, nutritious treats! Learn how to store dried mealworms and Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae the right way with these easy tips. From using airtight containers to keeping them cool and dry, Picky Neb shows you how to maintain maximum freshness. Add bedding, rotate your supply, and avoid spoilage—your flock deserves the best protein boost. Read on for simple storage advice that keeps your chickens clucking with joy!

The Top 5 Ways to Use Mealworms and BSFL for Your Backyard Chickens

Train your chickens: Mealworms and black soldier fly larvae can also be used to train your chickens. By offering them as a reward for good behavior, such as going back to their coop at night, you can help reinforce positive habits and make training more effective.

How to Incorporate Mealworms and Black Soldier Fly Larvae into Your Chicken Feed

This article provides tips and advice on how to incorporate mealworms and black soldier fly larvae into your chicken feed, including recommended feeding amounts and frequency.

The Benefits of Feeding Mealworms and Black Soldier Fly Larvae to Your Chickens

The Benefits of Feeding Mealworms and Black Soldier Fly Larvae to Your Chickens

If you're a backyard chicken keeper, you're probably always on the lookout for ways to keep your flock healthy and happy. One great way to do that is by incorporating mealworms and black soldier fly larvae into their diet. These protein-rich treats are not only a tasty snack for your chickens, but they also provide a variety of nutritional benefits that can help keep your birds healthy and strong.