How to Start Raising Meat Chickens in Your Backyard: 5 Quick Tips for Beginners

Thinking about raising meat chickens in your backyard but feeling a bit overwhelmed? You’re not alone! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, I break down 5 quick, essential tips every beginner needs before getting started with meat birds. Whether you’re dreaming of fast-growing Cornish Cross chickens or the hardier Freedom Rangers, I’ll guide you through choosing the right breed, setting up a secure and comfortable coop, feeding your birds for healthy growth, planning for processing, and maintaining a clean, happy flock.

If you want to raise delicious, homegrown meat chickens without the guesswork or stress, this episode is packed with practical advice and encouragement to get you started on the right foot.

I also share insights from my own experience here at Lost Sheep Farm, where faith, family, and farming come together to create a life of stewardship and joy. This is more than just farming—it’s a way of life rooted in biblical principles and sustainable homesteading.

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