The Absolute Best Chickens for Our Homestead & Why You Probably Shouldn't Keep Them
11K views · Feb 16, 2024 · People & Blogs
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@FyNyth · 2 years ago · pinned
Sharing our experiences as we head into our 4th year with Icelandic Chickens. Hopefully some of it is helpful info for you if you are considering this amazing landrace chicken! <br>Where we sourced our original chicks, David Grote is one of the few folks working hard to import good stock to the States from Iceland - <a href="https://www.icelandicchicken.com/">https://www.icelandicchicken.com/</a><br>More about Icelandics - <a href="https://livestockconservancy.org/heritage-breeds/heritage-breeds-list/icelandic-chicken/">https://livestockconservancy.org/heritage-breeds/heritage-breeds-list/icelandic-chicken/</a><br>How our chicken barn & yard are laid out - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YX-_eExaXA">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YX-_eExaXA</a><br>How we mix our feed - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YdbLRzEQE20">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YdbLRzEQE20</a>
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@Kath_Walden · 2 years ago
I always feel like I am receiving a surprise gift when you upload a new video. your videography, combined with a very peaceful and straightforward delivery of your story truly is a gift
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@karinlynncumming5397 · 2 years ago
I like that you generally respect your chickens and two roosters. I watch some homesteaders that don’t seem to “care the same way. I’ve always loved your channel , your respect for nature and generally kind way you look after your land.
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@katherinekelly5380 · 2 years ago
I realize you chose these chickens for practical reason but just want to mention what pretty birds they are ! <br>I also appreciate how neat a clean you keep everything ! Your place seems very well organized
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@Barbara61549 · 2 years ago
That they have the freedom to leave is a beautiful thing.
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@Diligent-dp7gi · 2 years ago
WOW!! Your Icelandic ROOSTERS are GORGEOUS !! 🐓🐓🐓🐓🐓🐓🐓🐓🐓🐓🐓❣
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@mags102755 · 2 years ago
The Icelandic Chickens are beautiful. Thanks for sharing Ariel.
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@jonap5740 · 2 years ago
I really enjoyed watching Amber hatch and mother those ducklings! Thanks for the education, Ariel. I woulda never knowed!!
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@christineb8148 · 2 years ago
They are such beautiful birds! I really enjoy how they behave in the videos you share.
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@lindaleal809 · 2 years ago
Thank you, Ariel, for this video. All the best to you and those you love.
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@Beautiful_Farm · 5 months ago
Another bonus of Icelandic chickens is the huge genetic diversity, so a person can have a closed flock. I'm really enjoying your videos!
@plus50forward · 2 years ago
This must be one of the most beautiful Icelandic flocks I have ever seen. Thank you for sharing.
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