Introduction In recent years, the poultry industry has faced a concerning surge in fires and explosions, resulting in devastating losses of both chickens and property. Let’s delve into the grim statistics surrounding these incidents, comparing the number of chickens lost
That handsome fellow right there is Rooster. The one and only, OG, very first rooster at Mother Luck Ranch. And this is Rooster less than two weeks after we brought him home in the fall of 2020. Three years later
Regenerative agriculture is a holistic approach to farming that aims to restore and improve soil health. One key aspect of regenerative agriculture, and one championed by Joel Salatin, is the use of chickens and cattle in a symbiotic relationship to
I don’t know about y’all, but my very least favorite ranch chore was cleaning and filling plastic waterers for the fowl. I love love love our chickens, guineas, ducks, and turkeys, but they can require a lot more daily maintenance
For decades, one of the main arguments against genetically modified (GM) crops has been that they introduce into the food supply new toxins and allergens. This argument is true in many cases, but we now have a more alarming reality
Have you ever heard the saying: “If you want to make a million dollars farming, start with a billion”? We’re not going to tell you that running your own farm or ranch, no matter what size the scale, is not
As the agriculture sector grapples with mounting challenges, the surge in losses across poultry, livestock, and cattle raises urgent alarms about the stability of infrastructure and the welfare of animals. Behind the statistics lie tales of crumbling infrastructure and inadequate
We reflect on Thanksgiving with hearts full of gratitude for family and a beautiful feast as we begin strategizing and preparing for spring turkey poults and our first fall harvest.