We found a Greater Roadrunner in our farm grow area. He couldn’t fly out or get through so he hunkered down under an artichoke plant. We thought we would help it escape so it could go home. We do not interact with the wildlife out here unless it’s absolutely necessary. #mojavedesert #farmdays #desertliving #roadrunner
Let’s talk chickens, bird flu and supporting your local small farms. Information about chickens you didn’t ask for 😝
#birdflu #chickens #chickensofinstagram #farmeggs #chickeneggs #chickenfacts #didyouknow
🥚Egg Hatching Day🐣
We are preparing the incubator for their arrival. They should hatch within 24-72 hours of the first crack otherwise they often don’t make it after the 72 hour mark. Do not try to intervene or open the incubator unless absolutely necessary.
Goal is to keep it warm and wet (I don’t say the “m” word) in there so they can push their way out. #hatchingchicks #hatchingeggs #chickens #chickensofinstagram #incubator #farm #farmlife
Did you know chickens lose all their feathers once a year? This affects egg production at the same time the days become shorter so together that makes for a large decrease in eggs. Offer a higher protein diet like 20% protein mix or supplement with things like mealworms, fish meal, scrambled eggs, etc
We use MileFour Layer Feed and supplement with other protein sources. We don’t switch to a grower feed despite it offering 2% more protein because it doesn’t have the calcium needed for layers. Or you could switch to grower feed and supplement with oyster shells for hens to eat as they need it. Links in our bio.
#farm #farmanimals
#chickens #chickensofinstagram #winterchickens #chickendiet #organic #nofillers
Go cart adventures commencing!
The boys (ages 5 & 9) saved $800 to pay for half of the go cart. Most was saved by the oldest but they committed to saving all money for 9 months.
They are beyond excited about it finally being here. They have rode for 3 hours already 😆
You can hear my Mom advice about taking turns slowly so we don’t tip over. We are so proud of them ❤️ #kidssaving #gocart #kidsadventure #newtoy
Today!!! Come see us for Thanksgiving produce and herbs, gift ideas and support all the other local vendors. It really means a lot for us local hard-working businesses to have your support. I guarantee your impact is felt immediately and in a huge way, especially compared to big box stores. If you can’t come today, please shop online and support those in your community.#farm #shoplocal #shopsmall #thanksgivingproduce
#farmlife #farmhumor #goats #goatsofinstagram #goatmilk #farmerlife #goodmorning
Summerlin Library Fall Festival
Today from 10-2pm
Live performances, local vendors, face painting, kids crafts, food trucks and used book sale.
We would love to see you at this fun community event 🎃
It’s watermelon season in the desert and the farm animals are loving it! #farmanimals #goats #alpinegoats #chickens #localfood #farmfood #lasvegas
Imagine a world where our food travels less than 50 miles instead of an average of 1,500-2,000 miles. You can talk, ask and see where your food is grown and raised. You help send their kids to sports. We may not be able to source all our food needs locally but making the effort to do so for the food we can helps them, you and the environment. #shoplocal #farm #farmfresh #farmproduce #chickens #goats #lasvegas #desertfarming