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The Livestock Conservancy

OUR MISSION To protect America’s endangered livestock and poultry breeds from extinction. Why save them? Many of America’s once-common farm animals face extinction if we do not take action now. Rare farm animals represent an irreplaceable piece of earth’s biodiversity and offer incredible variety that may be needed for future farms – robust health, motheringContinue reading “The Livestock Conservancy”

Silver Laced Wyandotte Chicken Breed

Wyandotte Chickens are best known for their unique appearance of stunning feathers and ability to be a dual-purpose bird. For these reasons and many more they can be found in backyards across the states. Silver Laced Wyandotte Chicken Breed History Wyandottes originated in the United States in the 1870’s by a group of four individuals.Continue reading “Silver Laced Wyandotte Chicken Breed”

Plymouth Barred Rock Chicken Breed

Barred Rock chickens are known for their hardiness, broodiness, and easy-going personality. These desirable traits coupled with their ability to be dual purpose; it is no wonder why they are so popular with homesteaders. Barred Rocks are a variation of Plymouth Rocks, and their name is often used interchangeably. Barred Rock Chicken Breed History BarredContinue reading “Plymouth Barred Rock Chicken Breed”

SHOP (June 2025)

What’s Available Right Now (If it’s not on this list, I do not have it): I have recently started selling my eggs to Front Porch Market in Salem/Benton (they offered me $4.00 a dozen). If you are looking for fresh eggs, mine are there for sale–they are open Wednesday to Sunday.They are still $3.00 aContinue reading “SHOP (June 2025)”

Buff Orpington Chicken Breed

Buff Orpington Chickens are known for being an extremely gentle bird that enjoys being held. Coupled with their ability to be dual-purpose, it is no wonder why they are so popular with homesteaders. Buff Orpington Chicken Breed History Orpington chickens originated in Britain in the late 1800’s. This breed was named after the location OrpingtonContinue reading “Buff Orpington Chicken Breed”

Silkie Chicken Breed

Silkie Chickens (AKA Silkies) are best known for their unique appearance and docile temperament. For these reasons and much more Silkies can be found in backyards all around the world. Silkie Chicken Breed History Silkie Chickens originated in Asia, most likely China, Japan, and possibly even India. The exact origin of this breed is unknownContinue reading “Silkie Chicken Breed”

Breeding Heritage Chickens: Why Not to Rely on Chicken Hatcheries

Here’s another great article from Mother Earth News. Here is the link to read it on their website or I have copied the entire article below. https://www.motherearthnews.com/homesteading-and-livestock/heritage-chicken-breeding-zm0z16amzkon/ Many of us who keep backyard flocks are aware that industrial chicken breeds from commercial hatcheries aren’t the best option if we’re hoping to raise self-reliant birds. WeContinue reading “Breeding Heritage Chickens: Why Not to Rely on Chicken Hatcheries”

Sustainable Chicken Farming

How can I make my flock friendlier to the environment? Opting out of industrial agriculture and keeping your own chickens is an environmentally friendly choice already, so a lot of choices you make about your flock, such as which breeds to keep, are neutral from an environmental perspective. However, other choices can help your littleContinue reading “Sustainable Chicken Farming”

What’s Available (Sept. 2024)

September 2024 I sold the last of my 2024 babies/ hens in June and only have babies, young pullets, and roosters left. Lavender Maran. Hen. She won 1st place at the County Fair in September 2024 (You can see her picture under the page that says OUR BIRDS). Almost 5 months old. Not laying yet.Continue reading “What’s Available (Sept. 2024)”

Raising Chickens

An article from Brown’s Family Farmstead How To Raise Chickens: A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners If you’re considering raising chickens, this comprehensive guide is a must-read for beginners. Whether you’re interested in having a backyard flock for fresh eggs or simply enjoying the company of these feathered friends, this resource covers all the basics toContinue reading “Raising Chickens”

Seeds (March 2024)

I am absolutely NOT an expert gardener! I have been raising common chickens for 20+ years (rare chickens less time) and can answer lots of chicken questions. However, I have not gardened alone long. Therefore, I can’t answer most garden questions. I don’t give a description on my seeds page for this same reason. IContinue reading “Seeds (March 2024)”

About Us

We are a small family chicken hatchery and seed business located 6.55 miles from Far West Little Rock, Arkansas in the Ferndale/Paron area. We hatch on a very small scale for ourselves and for the local community. We are a small 1-2 person hatchery and seed business. We have a goal of saving rare poultry/plants/seeds.Continue reading “About Us”

How to make Money off your Chickens

There are several ways to make money off your chickens. One of the most popular ways is selling eating eggs. 1 Rhode Island Red chicken lays 250+ eggs per year. I am going to pretend the + is the number that your family eats. In one year, you could make: 1 Chicken 250 Eggs perContinue reading “How to make Money off your Chickens”

Do you own or want to start a poultry business or garden?

I’ve never applied (and I hear they are hard to get) but here’s some information below on applying for grants for your poultry business. There are also grants for greenhouses. High wind tunnels is the official name. Also, there are grants for community gardens. https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/eqip-high-tunnel-initiativehttps://www.rd.usda.gov/newsroom/news-release/usda-makes-more-grants-available-meat-and-poultry-processorsgrants.govhttps://www.usda.gov/topics/farming/grants-and-loansInvolved in Gardening? Here Are Some Grants That Might Work forContinue reading “Do you own or want to start a poultry business or garden?”

Raising Baby Chickens

They need heat, food, and water.  Start them at 95 degrees at birth and lower 5 degrees each week.  Get a cage and put a heat clamp light/250W bulb in it. Some people use a plastic tub or swimming pool while they are little. An expensive brooder is not necessary. I put either a disposable waterproofContinue reading “Raising Baby Chickens”

Buff Laced Polish

Buff Laced Polish Chicken Breed Buff Crested Polish chickens are a stunning and distinctive breed, prized for their ornamental appearance and gentle nature. With their signature puff of feathers crowning their heads and warm, buff-colored plumage, these birds add a unique touch to any flock. Whether you’re drawn to their charming looks, curious temperament, orContinue reading “Buff Laced Polish”

Farm Fresh Eggs

How Long Are Farm Fresh Eggs Good For? Everything You Need to Know! This is a great article from Brown’s Family Farmstead but our family’s personal opinion is 2 months unrefrigerated/6 months refrigerated in way too long. We would never leave ours over 2-3 weeks UNWASHED on the counter or over 2 months in theContinue reading “Farm Fresh Eggs”

Cornish Rock Cross Chickens

If you’re looking for information on raising meat chickens, here’s an article from The Little Modern Farm: Cornish Rock Cross Chickens-An Honest Review After raising these birds for several years I’ve learned a few things about the Cornish Rock Cross. I’ll break down all the good and the bad below.  Cornish Rock Cross Chicks  Cornish RockContinue reading “Cornish Rock Cross Chickens”

Free Chicken Program 2023

Does your family want to raise chickens and can’t afford them? This has been discontinued due to the expense of it There are amazing benefits to home grown eggs and chicken meat. See my blog for more information on that. Past those benefits, it is priceless to be able to take care of yourself byContinue reading “Free Chicken Program 2023”

Seeds and Plants 2023

I am absolutely NOT an expert gardener! I have been raising chickens for 20 years and can answer lots of chicken questions. However, I have not gardened alone long. Therefore, I can’t answer most garden questions. I sell seeds. $1.00 per package. I will not be selling plants any longer. I outsource most of myContinue reading “Seeds and Plants 2023”

Heritage Rhode Island Red

Description Heritage Rhode Island Reds are the most successful dual-purpose bird and backyard chicken. They’re a very hardy, sturdy breed and even with limited conditions the hens will still produce eggs. Did you know that the true Heritage Rhode Island Red is on the watch list of the Livestock Conservancy? We decided it was time to helpContinue reading “Heritage Rhode Island Red”

2022 Baby chickens cheep cheep

PRICES ARE FOR THE ENTIRE WINTER OF 2022/2023: We sell our seeds wholesale at the same price that we pay for them (If you don’t believe me, ask me to email you a receipt). We do this as a service to the local community (West Little Rock/Paron/Ferndale) as we are a non-profit and love toContinue reading “2022 Baby chickens cheep cheep”

Arkansas Native Plants

Arkansans have always been conscientious about the environment, but today, sustainable gardening or “going green” seems to be of the utmost importance. When choosing plants for the landscape, many gardeners are looking for reliable performers which are showy, yet need minimal care. Easy care plants should not be invasive. One group of plants that seemsContinue reading “Arkansas Native Plants”