The latest news, tips and other helpful information from the Snohomish Co-op team so you can make the most of your farming.
Many of you may have bought some new chicks this year and are experiencing the rapid growth that these birds do in the first few months of their lives. They turn from the adorable little chicks into beautiful hens and may even begin laying eggs soon. While feeding a starter/grower has been the ideal feed up to this point, it’s time to make a decision on what layer feed you are planning to switch to once they reach that point.
Calming products are a great thing to have on hand at all times but especially with Independence Day around the Corner! With lots of traveling, visitors, fireworks and parties this time of year lends itself to a lot of anxiety for our pets.
When it comes to equipping your horse for riding, the right tack makes all the difference
Do you ever feed your chickens and get disappointed at the amount of waste? Whether it’s from the bottom of the bag, in the bottom of their feeder, or scattered around their feeding area, this can be disappointing for us chicken owners especially with high prices like right now. Scratch & Peck has some very popular organic chicken feeds, and they have additionally come out with some great information about fermenting their Layer Mash chicken food that will not only stop the unnecessary waste but will also reduce the amount you feed by ⅓ - ½!
We are all fairly familiar with electrolytes these days and their importance of adding sodium, potassium, and chloride back into the body. Lots of marketing and products continue to be available to promote the importance of electrolytes for humans but they are just as important for animals!
As pet owners, we all want our furry friends to be healthy and happy. Unfortunately, flea and tick season can put a damper on our pets’ well-being. Fleas and ticks are not only annoying, but they can also cause serious health problems for our pets. Here’s everything you need to know about flea and tick season, including symptoms, treatment, and preventative measures.