Spring never arrives in just one grand entrance on a small farm. It shows up in layers: new chores, shifting routines, seedlings asking for more room, and the constant glance toward the sky hoping for rain. The month has brought plenty to do here at The Tart Farm, along with the reminder that every season has its own pace. Now we are finally falling into step with the rhythm of late April.

The Hens Have Opinions

The hens have been laying well, but they have also made their feelings clear about the new nesting boxes. Lately, more eggs have been appearing on the ground instead of in the boxes, which usually means the accommodations need a little improvement. In this case, the boxes need deeper nesting material to make them more inviting.

That will be one of the next small but important fixes. Chickens are wonderfully productive, but they are also creatures of habit and comfort. Sometimes the smallest adjustments make all the difference.