It’s Brooding Season
July 1, 2015My Australorp, Helen, is a tough broody to crack. Despite her sacrifices to keep the flock’s unfertilized eggs warm—forgoing food, water, exercise, dust bathing—the stubborn old hen won’t budge. Because we’re nearing the end of prime hatching season, I’m willing to bet that many of you are dealing with a broody hen or two, […]
