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Peahen takes broody!

After only laying three eggs the peahen–we call her Mrs. Peackockles–decided to start the roughly 28 day hatching process. She’s also setting on a few turkey eggs that got laid in her nest. Fingers are crossed for a healthy delivery early as the 9th of August.

Posted byc ben-iesauJuly 15, 2021Posted infarm lifeTags:Big Branch Apiary, eggs, farm life, peacocks, peahen, poultry, white peacockLeave a comment on Peahen takes broody!

Location, Hours & Info

61690 Bremerman Rd, Lacombe, LA 70445
985-422-0880
bigbranchapiary@gmail.com
We'll be open 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM Tuesday - Sunday in June until the blueberries stop producing (usually the 3rd week of June). You can call or text us at 985-422-0880 to check on the status of the harvest.

Upcoming Events

  • 🫐Open for U-Pick! Blueberries, flowers, eggs, etc. Open 9AM-4PM, Wednesday thru Sunday, closed Monday & Tuesday. No reservations needed. May 15, 2026 – July 5, 2026
  • Blueberry Pruning Class July 11, 2026 at 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Big Branch Apiary, LLC, in Big Branch, 61690 Bremerman Rd, Lacombe, LA 70445, USA Join us to learn about how, when, and why to prune blueberries. Contact the Apiary to sign up.
  • Drop-Spindle wool spinning class August 15, 2026 at 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Build and decorate a drop spindle, and learn the basics of prepping ans spinning wool.  All supplies provided.  $25 fee.
  • 🕯Time to add light to the hen house to encourage the hens to lay through winter. September 1, 2026 How Much Light Do Chickens Need To Keep Laying? According to https://www.ecopeanut.com hens need at least 12 hours of daylight per day to lay eggs, whereas 14 to 16 hours of sunlight per day will keep them performing at their full potential.
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