POULTRY 101

Discover how Rocking B Farms builds the ultimate chicken playground, combining care, enrichment and hands-on experiences for healthy, happy hens.

POULTRY LIFESTYLE

Ensure your flock stays cool, healthy and laying strong with automatic watering systems built to handle pressure, weather and thirsty hens.

EQUIP YOUR CHICKS

Essential gear( from feeders to coops) helps new keepers start strong and avoid beginner missteps.

CHICKEN CHATTER

Protect your flock: Bird flu is spreading fast but smart biosecurity and species separation can keep your chickens safe.

FOWL LANGUAGE

Discover how Coturnix quail bring big rewards— high-protein eggs, easy care and sustainability— to even the smallest rural farms.

POULTRY HOBBYIST

Read about one keeper’ s story of loss, survival and healing after a coyote attack shattered the peace of her backyard flock.

POULTRY SCIENCE

Safeguard your flock by understanding how heat stress and dehydration disrupt cellular function and take steps to prevent lasting harm.

POULTRY SUMMER NEEDS

Keep hens cool and productive with smart summer strategies— from frozen treats to airflow hacks, shade tricks and hydration tips.

PRODUCT SHOWCASE

Explore these standout coops designed for comfort, durability and safety— smart structures that support healthy hens and stress-free maintenance.

PEEP SHOW

See how a minor miscommunication can lead to unintended consequences.

Shae McBride Sandra VanScoy Mark Lomas

Summer 2025

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