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When Pullets Start to Lay

Summer has arrived and your spring chicks will be approaching puberty. Assuming they’ve enjoyed good food and care, the young hens, called pullets, begin laying sometime between their 16th and 24th week of age. You can anticipate the arrival of eggs soon! Discovering a hen’s first egg from your own...

Attracting Pollinators

Buzzing bees, fluttering butterflies, and zipping hummingbirds are super-fun to watch as they flit and zoom from flower to flower, but these pollinators do more than just entertain. They actually help fuel life on this planet. The cucumbers in your salad, the berries in your yogurt, the apples in your...

Feeding Deer in Late Spring and Summer

The deer herd has survived the winter and early spring and is entering the most energy and nutrient demanding period of the year. Bucks have antlers developing, does are finishing gestation and starting to lactate, and fawns are growing at their peak rate. Buck Nutrition By late spring, most bucks...

Introducing New Birds to the Flock

Birds of a feather truly do stick together. That’s why it can be a challenging task to bring new birds into your established flock…. new flock members often get picked on and harassed by hens who don’t want to share their territory. For a seamless integration of new birds into...

Guide to Growing Onion Sets

Are you a gardener who wants to add more variety to your vegetable garden? If so, you might want to consider growing onion sets. Onion sets are small onions that are grown from seeds and then transplanted into your garden. They're a great option for gardeners who want to get...

Planting Seed Potatoes

Potatoes are a staple in many households across the world. They are versatile, tasty, and easy to cook. However, not many people know about seed potatoes and how they can significantly affect the quality and quantity of your potato crop. We’ve put together some information about seed potatoes and tips...

Holiday Pet Care Tips

As the holidays approach, you might find yourself overwhelmed with shopping, cooking, and traveling plans. With so much going on, it's easy to overlook your furry friends and their needs. But as a responsible pet owner, it's essential to keep your pets happy and healthy during the hectic holiday season....

Why Your Chickens Stop Laying Eggs

Chickens stop laying eggs for a variety of reasons. Hens may lay fewer eggs due to light, stress, poor nutrition, molt or age. Some of these reasons are natural responses, while others can be fixed with simple changes and egg laying can return to normal. For more information on chicken...

Customer Appreciation Day: Bear Creek Country Store Bells, TX

Celebrating a Decade of Service at Bear Creek Country Store in Bells, Texas There's a special relationship between a local store and its community—one built on trust, support, and a shared history. For the past decade, Bear Creek Country Store has proudly served the Bells, Texas community, and we're excited...

5th Annual Bear Creek Farms Angus Female & Bull Sale

Mark Your Calendars for the 5th Annual Bear Creek Farms Angus Female & Bull Sale! Are you ready to experience one of the most anticipated livestock events of the year? The 5th Annual Bear Creek Farms Angus Female & Bull Sale is set to take place on November 15-16, 2024,...