Backyard Poultry Australia: Raising Chickens, Ducks and Quail with Simple Systems for Australian Backyards

Backyard Poultry Australia is a practical, beginner-friendly guide to raising chickens, ducks and quail in Australian backyards. Designed for suburban and semi-rural settings, it focuses on systems that protect bird health while fitting real-world space and climate constraints.Inside this book, you’ll learn how to:Choose poultry species and breeds suited to Australian conditionsSet up backyard housing that manages heat, ventilation and cleanlinessFeed poultry safely using balanced, cost-effective rationsManage water access during hot and dry periodsRaise chickens, ducks and quail separately or togetherReduce losses from foxes, snakes and birds of preyMaintain flock health through hygiene and observationHandle eggs, cleaning routines and seasonal changesAvoid common mistakes new backyard keepers makeIdeal for first-time poultry keepers and home food producers, this book offers straightforward guidance for keeping poultry successfully in Australia. Read more