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Raising Backyard Chickens

January 4, 2023January 4, 2023 / Traci Johnson

The Extension Office gets many calls about keeping backyard chickens.  If you're considering keeping small flocks or just beginning, take a look at these videos and guides, hand-picked to cover needed knowledge and the most commonly asked questions. Understanding these concepts will help ensure your success in raising chickens.   What to think about before … Continue reading Raising Backyard Chickens

Backyard Flocks: Plan Ahead to Save Future Headaches

August 12, 2022August 25, 2022 / Traci Johnson / 1 Comment

Before You Get Backyard Chickens

September 4, 2020October 21, 2020 / Traci Johnson / Leave a comment

Thinking about backyard chickens? Backyard chicken keeping may involve more than you thought. Review these requirements before jumping into poultry keeping.

Raising Poultry for Family & Markets

December 2, 2018October 21, 2020 / Traci Johnson / Leave a comment

Backyard chickens classes and a 4-H Poultry Club help bring research-based poultry information to Oldham County families and farmers.

Opportunites for 4-H’ers and Volunteers

February 28, 2018June 15, 2021 / amylogsdon9398 / Leave a comment

Opportunities for Oldham County 4-H'ers and volunteers: Communications, Chickens 101, 4-H poultry club, and 4-H Reality Store.

Backyard Chickens 101

November 30, 2017October 21, 2020 / Traci Johnson / 6 Comments

Upcoming program in early March on caring for chickens. Space is limited, so contact us to reserve your seat for these free backyard chicken classes.

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