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Chicken Molting Tips from Burns Feed Store

Is your flock starting to ruffle your feathers when you walk into your backyard and it looks like the Royal Rumble of pillow fights just happened! Don’t freak out; your hens are just going through their molting phase! Yep, those fluffy wonders are shedding and sprouting new feathers, which are made up of a whopping 80-85% protein! That means they need a protein buffet to grow those luxurious plumage back. Want the scoop on molting?

Molting is like your chickens’ version of a makeover; it starts with a stylish change from the head and neck, moving down to the wings and tail. Fun fact: they’ll have two mini molts before their big annual one! The first mini molt happens when they’re just wee chicks, around 6-8 days old, and the second shows up between 7-12 weeks when they start flaunting their fancy rooster feathers.

But brace yourself—molt season is upon us, if it hasn’t already crashed your coop party! As the days grow shorter (cue the sad trombone), egg production takes a nosedive, and feathers fly as your hens shed their old attire. But don’t despair! With the arrival of spring and longer days, egg-laying will strut back into town.

To give your hens a helping wing through this feather fiasco, consider upping their protein game with a high-protein feed like Purina High Protein. They’ll love the 19% protein goodness, complete with black soldier fly larvae and the Oyster Strong® System. If you’re feeling extra fancy, add some supplemental light to your coop to keep those eggs rolling in during the dark months. And remember, try not to shuffle their living arrangements or introduce new pals during this delicate time. Keep stress levels low, and throw in a Flock Block or the new Farm To Flock Block for some extra fun!

So, while your feathery friends might look a bit mopey during molting, rest easy knowing it’s just part of their natural beauty routine!

Feeding Wild Birds During The Fall Months

The Ultimate Guide to Bird Feeding During the Fall Months

Fall is here, folks! And what better way to soak in the season than by rolling out the red carpet for our feathered friends in your backyard? Bird feeding not only spruces up your outdoor space with vibrant colors but also gives our avian pals a health boost! In this guide, we’ll dive into how to attract and feed birds this fall and what goodies you’ll need to make it happen. Swing by Burns Feed Store, where we’ve got a treasure trove of fresh, top-notch wild bird feed just waiting for you to discover!

Bird Feeders

First up, the magical bird feeder! You’ve got options galore: tube feeders for the petite finches, hopper feeders for those chubby blue jays and cardinals, and who can resist a suet feeder. Go for feeders that are sturdy, easy to clean, and refill—trust us, your backyard buddies will thank you!

Bird Food

Now, let’s talk grub! Different birds have different tastes. Black oil sunflower seeds are the rock stars, packed with oil and fat to keep birds cozy in the chill. Nyjer seeds are the go-to for finches, giving them a tasty boost. Stock up during fall as the bird party is about to get wild! We’ve got single or mixed seeds ranging from 5lbs to 40lbs, featuring brands like Backyard Bistro, Beaver Brand, Kaylor Of Colorado & Purina! Plus, don’t miss our Frequent Buyer program: Buy 10, Get 1 Free on our 40lb Backyard Bistro Black Oil Sunflower seed!

Hydration Sources

Birds need H2O too! A bird bath is a must-have this fall—place it close to your feeders, keep it clean, and filled with fresh water. It’s a hydration hot spot and a splash zone for our feathered friends!

And let’s not forget those adorable Hummingbirds! Keep their nectar flowing, as they buzz around from dawn to dusk, fueling up on sweetness. They’re little energy machines, so keep an eye on those feeders!

Fall is prime time to welcome a parade of birds to your backyard. With the right setup, you can create a bird paradise that’ll have them flocking to visit. Invest in quality gear that’s easy to maintain, and before you know it, you’ll be kicking back and enjoying the stunning show your new feathered pals put on!

Garlic Has Arrived At Burns Feed Store

Clove is in the air at BFS! Who doesn’t adore garlic, am I right? It’s not just a superstar in the kitchen; garlic has been the go-to buddy for health perks too! From kicking colds to giving blood pressure and cholesterol a run for their money, this little bulb is on a mission. Packed with vitamins C and B6, manganese, and selenium, garlic’s secret weapon is allicin, the antioxidant that brings the magic!

Spanish Roja garlic is a certified early-season variety renowned for its exceptional flavor, making it a gourmet favorite among home gardeners. Each bulb typically contains 8 to 12 cloves. The outer wrapper of Spanish Roja garlic exhibits a beautiful range of colors, from a rich cream to deep purple stripes, enhancing its visual appeal.

Silver Rose Garlic is distinguished by its milder flavor and enhanced taste profile compared to other varieties, allowing it to enrich dishes without overwhelming them. The cloves can be consumed raw, offering a gentler alternative to the typical sharpness associated with garlic. This variety is also straightforward to cultivate in sunny gardens or containers, with a harvest period extending from late spring to early summer.

Elephant garlic possesses a flavor profile that lies between leeks and mild garlic, with a hint of onion when cooked. It complements white fish and poultry exceptionally well, and its flavor is more pronounced when consumed raw. For optimal growth, elephant garlic thrives in cold weather; spring planting often yields cloveless “rounds,” whereas planting in the fall or allowing the bulbs to remain in the ground will result in standard bulbs by spring.

 

It’s Fall Cover Crop Season

HEY! HAVE YOU THOUGHT ABOUT YOUR COVER CROPS YET?

As the summer is ending, for us individuals with crops coming out of season, we decide on whether or not to continue a crop between the dormant winter months. These crops during the dormant season aren’t used for cash or production but for the soil. Cover crops are any crop that is to cover an existing farm plot or later enrich the soil by incorporating the cover crop into the soil. Nitrogen is found within the plant’s roots which after the ground has thawed from the winter months, will release into the soil and create a great start for seed starts being planted in the spring.

There are many forms of cover cropping, but a few that are popular at Burns Feed Store:

  1. Winter Ryegrass or Cereal Ryegrass: a grain which can grow vigorously in even colder temperatures (as low as 33o F) and is hardy to most soil types and weather conditions. With its shallow fibrous roots, cereal rye grass provides a great fall planted cover crop.
  2. Annual Ryegrass: A cool season grass that similarly will grow like cereal ryegrass but are much smaller seeds and don’t grow as tall. A great cover crop for those that don’t have a tiller but still would like to provide natural nitrogen to the soil.
  3. Crimson Clover: a red topped clover that can keep showing signs of growth even in cold weather and is a great option for pollinators. Another great fall planted cover crop, great for pollinators and enrichment of natural nitrogen into the soil.
  4. Gardenway: A mixture of seeds which provide plant diversity and is a perfect annual cover crop for your garden or farm plot during the growing off season.

 

If you have any questions as to which cover crop might work best for your area, don’t hesitate to give us a call or stop on by to chat with our Garden Department Manager, Ryan!

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Pet Pictures w/Santa

Save The Date!

Saturday, November 16th, 2024

ATTENTION: NEW THIS YEAR! PLEASE READ!

10am-11am:Livestock (Horse, Llama, Alpaca, Goat, Cow, Poultry, etc…)

Livestock will come in off of Dodge Park. (Our Back Gate)

If you have any questions, please ask

11am-2pm:Non-Livestock(Dog, Cat, Small Animal, Rodent, Caged Bird, etc…)

Behold a festive occasion for our furry companions to bask in the glow of the Yule tide with Santa.

Bring your dogs, cats, horses, llamas, cows, goats etc…!!

FREE Digital Download.

Donations will also be accepted for NW Guide Dogs For The Blind during this time