James Hermes

Retired

Content by James Hermes

Tips to keep chickens in a laying mood

Give chickens appropriate feed, water and shelter and they'll reward you with cartons of eggs.

Kym Pokorny | Jun 22, 2023 | News story

Fall brings new needs for chickens

As temperatures drop and days get shorter in the fall, the needs of chickens change. To keep them healthy and productive, a few changes in their feeding and care are in order. Those changes include increasing their ...

James Hermes | Mar 2021 | OSU Extension Catalog

Raising baby chicks

Successful production of egg-laying or meat chickens requires good planning and preparation. Learn how to choose the right breed, prepare bedding, maintain a proper temperature, and provide adequate food and water for your chicks.

James Hermes | Mar 2021 | OSU Extension Catalog

Purchasing chicks

Before purchasing baby chicks, learn how to select the right breed and get them off to a good start.

James Hermes | Mar 2021 | OSU Extension Catalog

Oregon 4-H Poultry and Pigeon Advancement Program

The Poultry and Pigeon Advancement Program guide consists of a series of steps that allows 4-H members to set personal goals and learn at their own speed.

Charles Fischer, Duane Johnson, Brad Jeffreys, James Hermes | Jul 2018 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)

How to change my chicken's behavior?

Q: Have a small flock of four hens. All are 2-1/2 years old and have been together since birth. Recently three of the hens have "turned" on the fourth and appears they won't be satisfied until she's gone. They will not let her eat or drink in their presence. Any ideas?

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How to feed your laying hens

Learn how to feed chickens for optimal egg production. Find out which are the best feeds for each life stage, learn tips to manage water and find out how to store and manage feed.

James Hermes | Dec 2024 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Feeding Meat-Type Chickens

Guidelines for feeding small flocks of meat-type chickens. Includes a discussion of standard versus organic feeds, mixing feeds at home, and alternatives to traditional ingredients. This publication is available as a ...

James Hermes | Mar 2023 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Why Did My Chickens Stop Laying?

Discusses reasons for cessation of egg laying, including decreasing day length, disease, broodiness, poor nutrition, and stress. Suggests strategies for minimizing these effects on egg production.

James Hermes | Mar 2023 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Avoiding Residues in Small Poultry and Game Bird Flocks

Discusses ways to ensure that residues of coccidiostats, antimicrobials, wormers, mold-inhibitors, and pesticides are not present in poultry or eggs when they are marketed. Provides clear guidelines for calculating withdrawal times for medication.

James Hermes | Mar 2023 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)

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