Life on a Modern Homestead
Recently we hatched about 3 dozen white chantecler chickens, to replace a flock we had last summer. Using the Brinsea Ovation 56EX Incubator, we placed 50 fertilized eggs inside. Out of the 50, 35 hatched and 34 survived. Not the greatest hatch rate, but considering they were shipped, we thought that had something to do …
Berkshire pigs are a heritage breed, coming from the English county of Berkshire. These pigs are distinctly black with “white spots”, predominantly on their legs, tails and snouts. Berkshires have a friendly disposition and are easy to raise. What sets them apart is flavour. Berkshire pork has remarkable marbling and overall juiciness and texture. They …