Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Benefits of Raising Your Own Chickens

By George Yorick


So you have decided that raising chickens might be something you are interested in. Have you made a decision about whether you want to build the chicken coop yet? You can save lots of money if you build it yourself. There are some things you must learn before you start the process.

Raising chickens is very fun. Not only will you be building an asset that you can make money with, you will be feeding your family. There are many sources of food that you can get from your chickens. Eggs are high in protein. Chicken is good for building muscle mass. It's also a leaner type of meat.

So what are the different types of chickens? Well, for the purpose of this article, I will refer to popular egg laying chickens. They include: Leghorn, Rhode Island Reds, Black Star, Light Sussex, Plymouth Rock and Cuckoo Maran. You will get the best results from these chicken breeds. So if you are a big egg eater, I recommend sticking with those breeds.

The people you will be selling eggs to are going to be all over the place. That's why it is very important that you advertise your business. Print off flyers and hang them up at your local grocery store. Laundry mats are a great place to do this. Think about who it is that is going to want to buy eggs from you. Body builders require lots of protein to build muscle. If you go to the gym often, tell these people about your great offer. They will most likely want to save money and purchase some eggs from you.

Another great thing about building your own chicken coop for the purpose of raising chickens is the fact that you will be able to provide more things to do for your family. Many people who suffer from depression need something to do in order to feel good. Accomplishing things is a great way to feel appreciation for your life. If you have children, this is especially true.

If you're like me, you want to be a little more entrepreneurial. You can make good money selling eggs. If you are good at networking and meeting new people, it might be just what you are looking for. Plus, with all the new social media tools available online, you can build this type of business rather quickly. Be sure to collect egg cartons from people you do business with. This will save you money over the long term. Either way, this can be a great business venture for you. With so many people wanting to purchase farm fresh eggs, this is a great niche to get involved in.




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