Ben Eggy, as he would later be known, began his life in the humble confines of a beige, speckled egg. He spent his days, or what he perceived as days in the muffled darkness, rocking back and forth, contemplating the mysteries of the universe. “Why am I here?” he’d ponder, or at least, he would […]
Electric Fencing and Chickens
Electric fencing is a popular choice for protecting chickens because it acts as a psychological barrier rather than a physical one. The brief, sharp shock deters predators without causing serious harm. We will combine it with our Haras fencing cage. Here’s a breakdown of its benefits and how to set it up effectively: Benefits of […]
New Arrivals on the Farm
Oh my goodness, what a day! Our new chickens have arrived! We’ve got a whole flock of beauties: We’re so excited to watch these young pullets grow and mature. We can’t wait to hear their first dad jokes! As for when they will be telling dad jokes…well, that’s a bit of a mystery. Chickens don’t […]
Chickens
What a horrendous week! We lost all of our lovely chickens. It’s been so hard saying goodbye to our feathery friends, and the garden feels strangely empty without them. We’ve been busy rebuilding their enclosure and this time we’re adding a roof to give them even more protection. Tuesday is the big day – our […]
We lost all our chickens yesterday
Sometimes, things happen in life that are hard to understand. Last night, we lost all of our chickens. It’s okay to feel sad, angry, or confused. We think a fox got into the coop, Even though we did our best to care for them, we can’t always protect them from everything. Just like we lose […]
Forest Garden Project at Fowey River Academy: A Sustainable Oasis for Young Learners
Introduction At Fowey River Academy, we are excited to embark on a journey towards a sustainable future by building a forest garden. This project will not only create a beautiful and productive space but also serve as a hands-on learning environment for our youth farm, teaching them about permaculture principles, renewable energy, animal care, and […]
Free Range School Farm Eggs
Buy 5 half-dozen, get 6th half-dozen free! Our free-range school farm eggs are the freshest and most delicious eggs you’ll ever taste. Our chickens are raised on pasture, where they have plenty of room to roam and forage for food. This natural diet gives our eggs a rich, flavourful yolk and a firm white. Our […]
Chickens, Chickens and More Chickens
Over the summer the Bantams joined our flock in their own area. Shortly after that we rescued 4 Boden Brown chickens. And now they are all one happy family! The Newly Arrived Boden Brown Chickens All Chickens are in the same run
Cracking the Code: Standard Chickens vs. Bantams
If you’re venturing into the world of chickens, you’ll quickly encounter two main categories: standard chickens and bantams. While both share the same feathery charm, there are some key differences to consider before you start building your coop. Size Matters The most obvious difference is size. Bantams are like the miniature versions of standard chickens, […]
Stop, Drop, and Don’t Chase the Chickens!
Hey there, animal lovers! Chickens are our farm buddies, providing us with yummy eggs and endless entertainment with their funny clucks and dust baths. But sometimes, you might see a chicken running around and feel the urge to chase after it. Here’s why that’s not the best idea: Scaredy Cats in Feathered Coats! Chickens are […]
Incubating Eggs
Visit Anna in the science prep room in 21 days and these will have hatched! The hatching eggs in the incubator are as follows: Large Breeds:-Gold Partridge Brahma x 3Rhode Island Reds x 3 Bantams:-Cuckoo Bantam Marans x 5Buff Pekins x 2Gold Partridge Pekin x 1Blue Pekins x 4
Incubating Eggs
Visit Anna in the science prep room in 21 days and these will have hatched! The hatching eggs in the incubator are as follows: Large Breeds:-Gold Partridge Brahma x 3Rhode Island Reds x 3 Bantams:-Cuckoo Bantam Marans x 5Buff Pekins x 2Gold Partridge Pekin x 1Blue Pekins x 4