Bijaya Kumar, Author at ChickenJournal

Author name: Bijaya Kumar

Bijaya Kumar is the founder and lead author of Chicken Journal, a registered pharmacist, and a hands-on chicken keeper. Since 2010, he and his family have cared for a free-range flock ranging from 250 to 500 birds. He combines firsthand flock observations with careful research to create clear, practical guides on chicken care, breeds, nutrition, coops, and poultry management. His work emphasizes responsible husbandry, evidence-aware guidance, and clear veterinary boundaries.

10 Best Chicken Coop Boots for Mud, Rain & Daily Farm Chores

2 Comments / Poultry Equipment / By Bijaya Kumar

Chicken coop boots do not need to look fancy. They need to handle mud, wet grass, manure, feed spills, and the

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Best Plants and Trees to Grow Around Your Chicken Run

Chicken-Safe Plants and Trees to Grow Around Your Coop and Run

Poultry Management / By Bijaya Kumar

Choose chicken-safe trees, shrubs, ground covers, and herbs for your coop and run. Learn what works for shade and cover, what chickens are likely to destroy, which plant claims are exaggerated, and which plants deserve extra caution.

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Can Chickens Eat Parsley? Don't Give Without Reading This

Can Chickens Eat Parsley? Safe Amounts, Benefits & Feeding Tips

Raising Chickens / By Bijaya Kumar

Yes, chickens can eat parsley in small amounts. Here’s how to offer fresh or dried parsley safely, what parts they can eat, and why it should stay a treat rather than replace balanced feed.

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