building project. We decided to build a fairly large chicken tractor to house about 8 birds, with the ability to move them around the yard. We are hoping to use them to mow our weeds, and prepare the soil so we can sheet mulch behind them as we move them. Of course we get the added benefit of having fresh eggs daily, which I am REALLY looking forward to.Chickens are one of the best animals you can have in your yard, particularly if you have them in a mobile coop. As the chickens scratch up the soil in a fresh place, they dig through and gobble up all the weed seeds and bugs and do a mighty fine job of aerating the top layer of soil for you. One of the biggest benefits is the free nitrogen rich fertilizer they leave behind for you. As you can see, chickens are going to be our new best friend.
Well, below is our progress, with a few hints on ways to construct your chicken tractor on a very small budget. We aren't finished yet, but I will keep you updated, assuming you can handle my terrible filming and narration...
Just watched the whole video - great idea! I'd love to have a big veggie garden someday, and will be enthusiastically following your progress. Have fun with it!
ReplyDeleteThanks for taking the time Anna! I'll be sure to keep you updated. I'm sure it will be loads of fun, and plenty of hard work for that matter.
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