One more week with the young people and then school holidays. This is what we have done this week. …
New Chickens have arrived
We already have 7 breed chickens who are beginning to respond to me and the young people. They have started to eat out of our hands but we have a way to go. We decided one way to speed up the process …
Another Farm Walk Through
Hen Breeds
Sadly gone and missed. Speckledy Hens Speckledy hens, often known for their distinctive mottled feathering which resembles the traditional French 'Marans' breed, are a popular chicken. They …
Why Did the Chicken Cross the Road? (Spoiler: It Didn’t)
Chickens. Those feathery, clucking, egg-laying wonders. We love them for their quirky personalities, their fresh eggs, and their ability to turn kitchen scraps into garden gold. But have you ever …
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Electric Fencing and Chickens
Electric fencing is a popular choice for protecting chickens because it acts as a psychological barrier rather than a physical one. The brief, sharp shock deters predators without causing serious …
New Arrivals on the Farm
Oh my goodness, what a day! Our new chickens have arrived! We've got a whole flock of beauties: We're so excited to watch these young pullets grow and mature. We can't wait to hear their first …
Chickens
What a horrendous week! We lost all of our lovely chickens. It's been so hard saying goodbye to our feathery friends, and the garden feels strangely empty without them. We've been busy rebuilding …
We lost all our chickens yesterday
Sometimes, things happen in life that are hard to understand. Last night, we lost all of our chickens. It's okay to feel sad, angry, or confused. We think a fox got into the coop, Even though we did …
Forest Garden Project at Fowey River Academy: A Sustainable Oasis for Young Learners
Introduction At Fowey River Academy, we are excited to embark on a journey towards a sustainable future by building a forest garden. This project will not only create a beautiful and productive …
Free Range School Farm Eggs
Buy 5 half-dozen, get 6th half-dozen free! Our free-range school farm eggs are the freshest and most delicious eggs you'll ever taste. Our chickens are raised on pasture, where they have plenty of …
Chickens, Chickens and More Chickens
Over the summer the Bantams joined our flock in their own area. Shortly after that we rescued 4 Boden Brown chickens. And now they are all one happy family! The Newly Arrived Boden Brown …
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