Self-sufficiency and organic living have never been more prominent and
hen keeping is becoming increasingly popular. This authoritative book
provides an introduction to the key aspects of acquiring a
self-sufficient lifestyle by keeping your own chickens and benefiting
from the produce. You don't need a large garden to keep poultry and an
average family only needs a couple of hens to keep them well stocked in
fresh eggs all year round. The set-up costs are minimal and you don't
need a whole host of expensive gadgets or equipment to care for your
chickens. Packed with information on poultry keeping (housing, food and
water, daily care, disease prevention and cure, encouraging egg
production and breeding), there is also comprehensive information on
available breeds and a list of useful resources.