Beekeeping vs Keeping chickens
Beekeeping and keeping chickens have 92% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | Beekeeping | Keeping chickens |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 2 hours a week | 3 hours a week |
| Who with | On your own | On your own |
| You end up with | Something you made | A skill you got better at |
| Feels | Calm | Calm |
| To start | $400 | $400 |
Choose beekeeping if
- More to learn
- Less repetitive
About $400 to start, then about $15 a month.
Choose keeping chickens if
- Less to learn up front
- More rhythmic and repetitive
About $400 to start, then about $25 a month.
What you'll need
- Beekeeping: Beekeeping Starter Kit, Bee Suit, Gloves, Feeders, Beekeeping course Full cost breakdown
- Keeping chickens: About $400 to start, then about $25 a month. Full cost breakdown