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. 33 Vegetables Love Flowers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:30
In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends, we talk with Liza Ziegler about why vegetables love flowers and ideas for companion planting. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piq…
Ep. 32 Pasture Raising Pork [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:58
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Ep. 31 Live Deliberately [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:21
In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends Russel and Charlotte will discuss Rob's journey from an average materialistic guy to well-known eco-activist and adventurer. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in…
Bees: Swarm Essentials [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:18
Join Charlotte and Zach as they discuss catching swarms and the business of bees with Hilary Kearney of Girl Next Door Honey. Thinking about starting your own apiary but don't know where to begin? Find out how easy it is…
Ep. 29 Straight Dope on Cannabis [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:56
In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends our guests and I will discuss cannabis: how it's being used medicinally and, in Oregon, legally. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have p…
Ep. 28 The Scoop on Poop [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:17
In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends our guests and I will discuss composting human manure! The in-home setup, the legalities, and how to overcome the ick factor to produce beautiful soil. Enjoy this pun-fill…
Ep. 27 Hydrosols [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:47
On this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends you will learn all about hydrosols: what sets them apart from oils, how to make them, and how to use them! Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that…
Ep. 26 Marvelous Mushrooms [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:14
On this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends Charlotte Brunin and Robert Riley meet with Tradd Cotter to discuss all things mushrooms. You will learn how Tradd became a mushroom farmer, the importance of mushrooms to…
Ep. 25 Kefir and Kombucha: Brewing with Bacteria [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:21
In this episode, we discuss how to properly brew the popular fermented drinks kefir and kombucha. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: The Health Benefits of Drin…
Ep. 24 Ducks on Demand [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:57
In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends, our guests discuss the darlings of the barnyard, ducks: what to feed them, how to house them, their behavior and what they bring to the table. Thank you to Brinsea for sp…