Understanding Egg Development

Understanding Egg Development

Author: MOTHER EARTH NEWS NETWORK February 5, 2026 Duration: 21:15

This podcast episode brought to you by Brinsea features Betsy Trice, a poultry expert and farmer, who details the biological journey of a chick from egg anatomy to the final "pipping" and hatching process . She also shares practical insights into managing a small-scale farm, including breed selection for high-production egg layers and the benefits of raising hardier meat birds like Freedom Rangers .

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Ep. 41 Off-Grid Preppers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:04
Thank You, DR Power for Sponsoring this Episode! Visit DRpower.com/motherearth for huge discounts, to read reviews, or watch videos. On this episode, Charlotte meets with Dan Chiras, Victoria Miller, and Jeff Yago to dis…
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Duration: 39:08
Thank You, Great River Organic Milling for Sponsoring this Episode! This episode was recorded at the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR in Frederick, Maryland with special guests Jill Nussinow, and Victoria Miller. Follow the links…
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Duration: 38:54
Thank You, Mountain Rose Herbs for Sponsoring this Episode! Head over to MountainRoseHerbs.com to explore their full line of products! Links from our Guests: Ecobeauty Natural Beauty at Home Natural Beauty from the Garde…
Ep. 38 From Lambs to Llamas Pt.2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:56
Thank you, Premier 1 Supplies for Sponsoring this Episode. The speak with a Premier 1 fence consultant call 800-282-6631 or visit their website premier1supplies.com for expert advice. You may also see them at any of the…
Ep. 38 From Lambs to Llamas: Raising Livestock for Fiber [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:44
Thank you, Premier 1 Supplies for Sponsoring this Episode. The speak with a Premier 1 fence consultant call 800-282-6631 or visit their website premier1supplies.com for expert advice. You may also see them at any of the…
Ep. 37 Graft a Better World [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:39
In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends our guests and I will discuss grafting trees, what gorilla grafting is and how trees just might save the world. Links from our Guests: Bill Whipple Acornucopia Project Nut…
Ep. 36 Sensitivities and Gluten [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:45
In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends our guests and I will discuss food sensitivities. Today's topic is centered around gluten but rabbit trails into an informative conversation over sensitivities in general.…
Ep. 35 Wellness Garden [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:44
In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends we will discuss how to maintain optimal wellness by enjoying a garden. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Books…
Bees: Profile of a Bee Keeper [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:51
This podcast episode features Emma Arnold and Abby Olcese. Emma shares her busy lifestyle as an on the road comedian, parent, and beekeeper! See Emma on the road with this link! Get hands-on with bees at a MOTHER EARTH N…
Ep. 34 Organic Pest Control [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:14
Thank You, Earthkind for Sponsoring this Episode! To speak with an Earthkind consultant call (800)583-2921 or visit their website Earthkind.com to review their products and for expert advice from one of their staff entom…