The Micro-Flock Revolution: Fresh Eggs From Your Tiny Urban Yard
Maximize limited space, choose quiet breeds, and master stealth coop designs for a thriving, odor-free homestead.
Seiten
2026
epubli (Verlag)
978-3-565-15282-7 (ISBN)
epubli (Verlag)
978-3-565-15282-7 (ISBN)
You don't need an acre to raise a flock; you just need a plan to turn a corner of your patio into a breakfast factory.
For decades, the joy of collecting warm, fresh eggs each morning was reserved for those with sprawling acreage and distant neighbors. However, a new wave of urban agriculture is proving that you do not need a farm to be a farmer. The Micro-Flock Revolution is the definitive guide for the modern city dweller or suburbanite who dreams of sustainable living but is constrained by square footage and strict homeowners associations. This book challenges the misconception that poultry requires pastures, demonstrating how a happy, productive flock can thrive in a space no larger than a garden shed.The guide addresses the unique challenges of small-space aviculture with precision and practicality. It moves beyond general chicken care to focus specifically on the "stealth" aspect of urban keeping: selecting docile and quiet breeds that won't disturb the peace, engineering vertical coop solutions that maximize ground space, and implementing advanced deep-litter composting methods to eliminate odors entirely. You will learn how to navigate local zoning laws, protect your birds from urban predators like raccoons and stray cats, and integrate your chickens into your garden ecosystem to create a zero-waste cycle. Whether you have a small backyard patch or just a spacious patio, this narrative roadmap provides the confidence to turn a corner of your property into a sustainable breakfast factory.
For decades, the joy of collecting warm, fresh eggs each morning was reserved for those with sprawling acreage and distant neighbors. However, a new wave of urban agriculture is proving that you do not need a farm to be a farmer. The Micro-Flock Revolution is the definitive guide for the modern city dweller or suburbanite who dreams of sustainable living but is constrained by square footage and strict homeowners associations. This book challenges the misconception that poultry requires pastures, demonstrating how a happy, productive flock can thrive in a space no larger than a garden shed.The guide addresses the unique challenges of small-space aviculture with precision and practicality. It moves beyond general chicken care to focus specifically on the "stealth" aspect of urban keeping: selecting docile and quiet breeds that won't disturb the peace, engineering vertical coop solutions that maximize ground space, and implementing advanced deep-litter composting methods to eliminate odors entirely. You will learn how to navigate local zoning laws, protect your birds from urban predators like raccoons and stray cats, and integrate your chickens into your garden ecosystem to create a zero-waste cycle. Whether you have a small backyard patch or just a spacious patio, this narrative roadmap provides the confidence to turn a corner of your property into a sustainable breakfast factory.
.
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 1.1.2026 |
|---|---|
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 210 x 297 mm |
| Gewicht | 664 g |
| Themenwelt | Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Natur / Technik ► Technik |
| Weitere Fachgebiete ► Land- / Forstwirtschaft / Fischerei | |
| Schlagworte | backyard poultry care • micro homesteading • organic eggs • raising hens in city • small coop plans • Sustainable living • urban chicken farming |
| ISBN-10 | 3-565-15282-6 / 3565152826 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-3-565-15282-7 / 9783565152827 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
| Informationen gemäß Produktsicherheitsverordnung (GPSR) | |
| Haben Sie eine Frage zum Produkt? |
Mehr entdecken
aus dem Bereich
aus dem Bereich
die wichtigsten Begriffe, Bautypen und Bauelemente
Buch | Softcover (2024)
Prestel (Verlag)
CHF 44,75
