104 reactions |  Brooder Box 101  Getting ready for new chicks?...

16K views · 792 reactions | A recap of the diy chick brooder for those asking. I originally saw pictures of it from @oost_fam on FB and made this video which went viral in the spring. I hope this gives some new chicken keepers some ideas  #chickbrooder #diy #chickenlife #farmlife #babychickens #howto | Bourn to Create | Facebook

If you plan to hatch chicks, you may want to save this reel! This brooder box is a game changer!! Not only is it practical, but it’s also is a great way to safely introduce the young chicks to their new flock. The transition from brooder to coop goes smoothly because the chickens already know each other! . . . . . . . #ourlittlecoop #farmhouse #farmfresh #chickenlove #chickensofinstagram #farmlife #countryliving #smallfarm #longisland #ny #homesweethome #chickensallday #homesteading #brooder #br

BROODING TEMPERATURE GUIDE FOR CHICKS 1. ■ START chicks at about 32–34°C (90–93°F) in the first week of life. 2. ■ REDUCE the temperature by 2–3°C each week as the chicks grow. 3. ■ BY week two, aim for around 29–31°C (84–88°F) in the brooder. 4. ■ BY week three, maintain about 26–28°C (78–82°F). 5. ■ BY week four, reduce to 23–25°C (73–77°F) if feathers are developing well. 6. ■ WATCH chick behavior: if they crowd under the heat, it is too cold. 7. ■ IF they stay far from the heat source and pa