3 Things I Wish I Knew Before Getting Backyard Chickens (Beginner Tips Inside!)

So you’re thinking about raising chickens? Or maybe you’ve already brought home a few hens and now you’re wondering what you’ve gotten yourself into. In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, I’m sharing the 3 biggest things I wish I had known before starting with chickens—lessons that could save you time, money, and a whole lot of frustration.

We’ll cover real-life beginner chicken keeping mistakes, how to avoid common homesteading pitfalls, and the surprising truth about what it’s really like to care for a flock. From chicken coop setup tips to understanding feed, flock behavior, and predator protection, this episode is full of practical advice for first-time chicken owners. If you’re searching for “how to raise backyard chickens,” “chicken coop advice,” or “homesteading with kids,” you’re in the right place.

Let’s walk this journey together—with Jesus, grace, and maybe a few feathers in our hair. This isn’t just about eggs… it’s about building something faithful and foundational from the ground up.

– Tori Gass

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