Ditch The Store

Author: CJ Steedman

Ditch the Store Lifes too short for store-bought eggs. Tired of soaring prices and supermarket nonsense? This podcast is your cheeky, no-nonsense guide to growing food, raising animals, making homemade goods, and living frugallywhether youre in the suburbs or on a small farm. New episodes weekly a new Ditch the Store book every two months to help you break free, one step at a time. Lets grow it, make it, raise itand ditch the store.
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Language: en-au

Genres: Home & Garden, Leisure

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🎙 Episode 154: Best Chicken Breeds for Beginners
Episode 154
Monday, 9 March, 2026

Not all chickens are created equal.Some are hardy and steady. Some are high-drama divas. And if you're just starting out — you do not need divas.In this episode, I break down the four best chicken breeds for beginners, focusing on:Health and hardinessCalm temperamentReliable egg productionWhat to avoid for your first flockWe compare ISA Browns, Australorps, Sussex, and Plymouth Rocks — and I’ll help you decide which one suits your family, climate, and egg goals.If you want chickens that are forgiving, practical, and low-maintenance… this episode is for you.📒 Chicken Keeping Logbook (track eggs, feed, health & costs): 👉 https://amzn.to/44QgctY🖨 Printable Planning Sheets: 👉 https://www.mojohomestead.net/journal-chicken📬 Join the newsletter for seasonal tips + chicken updates: 👉 https://www.mojohomestead.netNext week: Building a Predator-Proof Coop — don’t miss it.Life’s too short to eat store-bought eggs.