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Since COVID-19, more homeowners have started canning, growing their own food and caring for chickens and other small poultry, according to the Homesteaders of America. As customers are looking for products to stay sustainable and self-sufficient, consider stocking these products to bring them through the door.
Caring for Chickens
Chickens are one of the most common beginner homesteading animals, especially for those with limited space. For chicken parents looking for high-tech ways to take care of their fowl, The Smart Coop from coop is a waterproof chicken coop with automatic doors and 24/7 surveillance. The included cameras feature advanced predator detection and night vision capabilities.
The High Capacity Silo Poultry Feeder from Stromberg’s is a 65-pound feeder that stands 6 feet tall so it stays out of bedding. The large lid makes it easy to fill, and it has a translucent body to track the fill status of the feed.
The Freestanding Chicken Perch – Pole Kit from Omlet stands over 2 feet tall and is fastened to the ground with the included screw pegs so it can be moved anytime. The pole can fit up to six perches and can be positioned at any height and orientation.
Food Storage
The Ultimate Canning Kit from Roots & Harvest includes 10 essential canning tools, a 16-quart pressure canner sterilizer rack, 1-cup stainless steel ladle and a beginners guide to preserving food at home.
The 32oz Ball Wide Mouth Quart Mason Jar from Fillmore Container are 6 inches high by 3 inches wide. Each case contains 12 jars, which are ideal for pickles, tomatoes, fruits or vegetables.
The Sarah Folding Dehydrator from Brod & Taylor is a 750-watt food dehydrator with seven shelves. It can fold up to a third of its operational size and works with silicone drying mats or mesh drying sheets.
