Dorkings are sweet birds in need of the support of small backyard flock owners to ensure their continued existence. | P. Allen Smith

Nothing like suprising a friend with a new chicken! Do you or a neighbor raise poultry? Check out this week's YouTube video to learn more about other backyard farming techniques. https://youtu.be/IxWy03yfkXg #backyardfarming #poultry #pallensmith | P. Allen Smith

There are over 50 endangered chicken breeds, as well as nearly 3 dozen types of ducks, geese, and turkeys currently threatened with extinction in the United States alone. The Livestock Conservancy, an organization dedicated to saving endangered farm animals and conducts surveys to determine how many birds of each breed exist. To learn more watch the full video HERE: https://youtu.be/Un3hmkUg7l8 | P. Allen Smith

Have an influx of peppers coming out of the garden? Can them to extend their shelf life for use in recipes year round. | P. Allen Smith

Here’s a tasty twist on sweet potato casserole. Chef and cookbook author, Regina Charboneau gives this classic fall dish an update. Baked sweet potatoes are topped with a spicy fruit chutney. It’s easy to prepare, serve and clean up. Check out this week's YouTube video to see more great tips and recipes like this. https://youtu.be/e2cVTGS31yQ | P. Allen Smith