Got Chickens? A mini-seminar at Howell Township Library

Thinking about your own flock of backyard chickens? Come to a free seminar at the Howell Township Library on September 20 at 2 p.m. at the Howell Township Library for some valuable information.

The keeping of backyard poultry is an activity that has skyrocketed in recent years. Unfortunately, many new poultry owners are lacking important information and don’t even know it, until a problem arises.

This mini-seminar seeks to address these, and many other issues that new flock owners may face, and provides reliable sources for future questions. Topics include care and feeding; illnesses; proper coop size and placement; predator control; hatching chicks; introduction of new birds; proper handling; attending poultry shows; biosecurity; and much more.

This two-hour, free, program is intended for adults only, Participants will receive a list of print and Internet source materials. Live birds will be on hand for demonstration.

The Library is located at 318 Old Tavern Road in Howell. Call the library at 732-938-2300 for more information on this program.