Buying or building your first chicken coop can be a daunting experience. Here are some of the key things to consider, including the importance of mobility, predator protection and manure management, just to name a few. If you're serious about raising chickens for eggs or meat, this video will save you time, money, and a lot of headaches.

In this video:

[00:00] Introduction to Chicken Coop Considerations
[00:29] 1: Buy or Build: Making the Right Choice
[01:44] 2: Deciding on Pasture vs. Coop for Your Chickens
[02:23] 3: Effective Manure Management Strategies
[04:01] 4: Predator Protection Techniques
[05:06] 5: Sizing Your Coop and Roosting Space
[06:41] 6: Planning for Your Flock Size
[08:14] 7: The Necessity of a Run or Just a Henhouse
[10:06] 8: Nesting Box Location and Design
[11:16] 9: Automating Feed and Water
[12:52] 10: Stationary vs. Mobile Coop Considerations
[15:57] Wrap Up and Key Takeaways

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