the handmade homestead
A BLOG ABOUT RANCH LIFE, ARTISAN BAKING, AND CREATING BY HAND.
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Springtime Duckling Hatch: Everything You Need to Know
Our next hatch arrives April 12th! Featuring rouens, cayugas, and welsh harlequins. Available for local pickup by appointment in the Idaho Falls area.
Bringing Home New Ducklings
The heat lamps are on and the brooder is prepped. Whether you’re a seasoned poultry keeper or raising ducks for the first time, those first few weeks set the tone for a healthy, happy flock. From temperature checks to the messy reality of waterers, here is our practical guide to giving your new heritage ducklings a warm welcome.
Welcome to the Homestead
Welcome to our corner of the Upper Snake River Valley. From the zesty 6 oz Lemon Blueberry brioche to hand-forged turquoise and Welsh Harlequin ducklings, step inside the daily rhythm of M7. Explore how we blend rugged Idaho roots with the refined beauty of things made by hand.