There are a few basic things you must have to start raising chickens:
Your Hens:
- Incubate and hatch eggs
- Or start with chicks
- Or start with adult hens
Your Chicken Coop:
- Buy or Build: know your building skills and your budget
- Save your time and frustration- A professionally designed chicken coop guarantees a strong predatorproof shelter.
The Feed, Water, Heat, and Bedding:
- Poultry feed
- Fresh water
- Heat lamps not required but recommended in subfreezing climates
- Mulch, pine shavings, or hay for bedding