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Irregular laying and plastic training eggs moving nest boxes did confused us, but when the security camera detected movement after all the chickens had left the coop, it started to make sense.
Embracing the transition to managing a small holding in a Gippsland hobby farm has certainly come with its challenges, but the rewards are truly worth it. This is a place for sharing the stories and lessons learned along the way as a new hobby farmer.
Personal stories
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The birth itself had been relatively successful, but before long it was clear that we weren't out of the woods just yet.- Published on
When we added Oreo and Toffee to the family in December, we thought we were bringing home two cows. As we watched Oreo get bigger over Autumn, our suspicions that we may have underestimated had grown.- Published on
Chickens have been a wonderful addition to the family. They do have their quirks and challenges, but their benefits far outweigh those. Eggs being only a small part!- Published on
Much of Victoria is struggling to recover from a difficult challenging Summer and Autumn, with many struggling to feed their stock. This hasn't stopped us from beginning the switch to regenerative practices.
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A collection of photos taken over a single day, showcasing the beauty as well as the challenges- Published on
Once your bees have started to outgrow the nucleus, this is how to transfer your bees to a Langstroth hive