I have been raising magpie ducks for easily over 10 years and have exhibited them across western Canada. I am definitely always learning more about this breed and fine tuning …
This article on the Snowy Call Duck is being republished from Acorn Hollow Bantams website with permission from Lou Horton. There exists about as much confusion and frustration among breeders …
This article on the brief history of dominant breeds of geese is being republished from Acorn Hollow Bantams website with permission from Lou Horton. One of the advantages of looking …
The subjects of Marek’s disease and vaccination pop up often in the chicken world, especially when discussing shows and viral transmission. Marek’s is an extremely contagious viral disease that lowers …
This article on Mallard Ducks is being republished from Acorn Hollow Bantams website with permission from Lou Horton. As most of my readers undoubtedly already know, every breed of domestic …
If you hatch your eggs in an incubator, or if you order chicks, you will need a chick brooder to house the little ones. Many use big Rubbermaid containers from …
On October 28, 29 and 30, 2022, the Fraser Valley Poultry Fanciers Association (FVPFA) will be hosting the 2022 APA Canadian National Poultry Show in Abbotsford, BC, Canada. We are …
You have new birds! Now what? Everyone has their own techniques for settling in new birds, but here are some suggestions that might help them in their transition to a …
I didn’t start out with Dark Cornish bantams when I got into poultry, I was a purely waterfowl person starting with Australian Spotted ducks and eventually moved into Black and …
This article on waterfowl ailments and treatments is being republished from Acorn Hollow Bantams website with permission from Lou Horton. Please always consult a professional before administering vet medications to …
The APA works to support the community breeding and raising Standard Bred Poultry in all its phases with a goal on breeding to the Standard of Perfection.