It's spring

It's that time of year again. I traveled north to a poultry swap yesterday. I admit the whole thing was a little disappointing as there were not more than half a dozen or so people there selling. After browsing and browsing I finally settled on a trio of blue Silkie started chicks and also picked up a dozen Guinea eggs for hatching. After waiting awhile a lady showed up with half a dozen laying hens, RIR & red sex-links. So I bargained for 3 of those for a co-worker. They are laying or will be soon. I missed a chance to get a quartet of blue Indian Runner ducks, but I figured it wasn't meant to be, so I'm really not upset. Honestly, I like the idea of ducks more than the reality. I also picked up a couple cards as I am still wanting some turkey eggs for hatching and some adult quail. Next week I'll stop off and pick up some Cornish Rock chicks to raise this year for meat and I'll also be placing an order for some blue Cochin chicks as well. So that will have me set for poultry awhile.

On the rabbit front, Jessi's 3 AFL babies have opened their eyes. Ari's doe and the Havana doe are due Tuesday, and 2 Holland does have finally palp'd positive! So there will be plenty of babies to go around for everyone.

As far as the gardens, I'll be planning to start tilling next week-end. We'll be turning 2-3 large areas, nearly the entire bottom of the yard. I've planted 3 more fruit trees, plus several root crops (asparagus, rhubarb, strawberries) as well as blackberry canes and some blueberry plants. Onions and garlic are up and thriving. Even the swiss chard came back out!