Bissonnette Acres

Bissonnette Acres Small homestead dedicated to improving our birds each generation & sharing our passion with others!
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Soooo what are we all doing about ticks these days? We found this one on Madeline’s walker this morning.. the chickens j...
06/03/2026

Soooo what are we all doing about ticks these days?

We found this one on Madeline’s walker this morning..
the chickens just aren’t cutting it 🙃😅😭

06/03/2026

Look outside the box and work with what you have - you might be surprised!

06/02/2026

Don’t wait for perfection.. to make perfection!!

06/01/2026

It could be drugs…
Come to think of it.. that might be more affordable than all these chickens 😅

05/31/2026

Gina Wrather explains the genetics behind the “striped chicks” - the E-locus.

Ever wondered why some Ayam Cemani chicks hatch with distinct chipmunk stripes while others emerge solid black? Much of that starts with the E-locus, one of the most influential genetic locations affecting chick down color and pattern.

05/31/2026

Unfortunately, I was a little late to the game this year setting up and preparing for buffalo gnats and sadly lost a hen yesterday.

She was tucked away in a corner by the deck with no obvious signs of illness other than buffalo gnats covering her face and packed into her nostrils. Sadly, it doesn’t take many of these tiny pests to overwhelm a bird. Buffalo gnats are blood-feeding flies that can cause severe irritation, blood loss, respiratory distress, and in some cases sudden death, especially when birds are exposed to large numbers of them.

It is not uncommon for buffalo gnats to become more prevalent after periods of heavy rain and high humidity, as these conditions create ideal breeding environments. Their populations can seem to explode almost overnight, making it difficult to stay ahead of them.

This serves as a reminder for all poultry keepers to remain vigilant during gnat season. Watch for birds that are lethargic, isolating themselves, shaking their heads, or showing swelling around the eyes and face. Taking preventative measures early can make all the difference.

I want to wish the happiest of birthdays to my husband and partner, Matthew Bissonnette. If it weren’t for his support, ...
05/30/2026

I want to wish the happiest of birthdays to my husband and partner, Matthew Bissonnette.

If it weren’t for his support, care, and unwavering love, this little chicken empire of mine simply wouldn’t exist.

From clearing his work schedule to travel with me to shows, to feeding and caring for the animals when I’m down and out, to offering the encouragement and reassurance I need when times get tough - this man is truly the backbone of it all.

Without his love and support, there is no way I would still be doing what I do today.

I am beyond blessed and grateful to have him as my partner in this life, and I cannot imagine anyone else by my side. He is my biggest supporter, my greatest teammate, and my best friend.

And beyond all of that, he is the most incredible girl dad. He is raising daughters who will move mountains because they have grown up knowing the strength, kindness, love, and dedication he pours into our family every single day.

Happy Birthday, Matthew. We love you more than words can ever express, and we are so thankful for you.

05/29/2026

I will be applying this all summer long!!

05/28/2026

to when I thirst-trapped ya’ll into breeding better 🙈😅🤪🤣

05/28/2026

It’s time to bust out the misters!!!

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