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Episode 93 - Chickens: Self-Sufficiency Starters


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Raising Chickens as a Gateway
Chickens are an accessible starting point for homesteading, offering a path to self-sufficiency and sustainability. Personal stories highlight how raising chickens leads to broader self-sufficient practices.


  • From Egg to Plate
    Pasture-raised chickens provide superior flavour, health benefits, and ethical advantages over store-bought meat. Beginners can achieve high-quality results with simple, manageable steps.

  • Chickens as Compost Makers
    Chickens contribute to garden health by producing nutrient-rich manure and reducing food waste. Tips on managing chicken waste effectively are shared.

  • Cutting Grocery Bills
    Raising meat chickens is cost-effective compared to buying organic chicken. Combining this practice with gardening maximises savings, especially through bulk feed and DIY setups.

  • Beginner’s Journey from Chick to Plate
    Step-by-step guidance for raising meat chickens, from brooding to harvesting, helps beginners overcome the learning curve with confidence.

  • Ditching the Store
    Raising chickens fosters independence, offering fresh, ethical food while reducing reliance on industrial farming. It’s part of a bigger self-sufficient lifestyle.

  • Frugal Homesteading with Chickens
    Chickens align with frugal living by using scrap materials for housing and kitchen waste for feed. They provide long-term savings through sustainable meat production.

  • A Month of Chicken Meals
    Home-raised chickens inspire diverse meal ideas, from roasts to casseroles, reinforcing the value and joy of self-sufficient living. Personal recipes add a relatable touch.

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    Ditch The StoreBy CJ Steedman