The first snap-action precision switch was developed by Burgess Laboratories in 1932 for temperature control in a chicken brooder. A Burgess employee purchased the electronics division in 1937 and ...

Newly hatched chicks are almost cold-blooded, so it is essential that they are kept in a warm environment to give them the best start in life. But research has shown that the slightest variance ...

Is the price of eggs making you want to jump on the chicken bandwagon? Be sure you check your local ordinances regarding chickens before you make your decision. We both enjoy fresh eggs from our ...

Farmex showed its new wireless brooder alarm for pheasant huts – or other portable/temporary buildings used for the purpose – at the Precision Farming show. This uses a temperature sensor in each hut ...

Getting started raising poultry is both exciting and rewarding in many ways. If you’re a hobby farmer or a beginner, an important key to health and growth is making sure they’re being raised in the ...