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Building a sturdy and spacious coop is vital for their well-being. It should include an indoor run for shelter and an outdoor area for foraging, ensuring your chickens remain healthy and productive.
Composting: Closing the Loop
Composting is an integral aspect of any homestead—transforming food scraps back into nutrient-rich soil. Home composting can start as simply as using a small bin or implementing a more extensive system.
A multi-bay composting setup allows better management of decomposing materials. This system utilizes the natural decomposition process, returning vital nutrients back into the garden by enriching the soil.