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When does Minnesota Extension say the big yearly coop cleaning is usually done?

In the spring, at least once a year.

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  1. In midsummer
  2. In the spring ✔
  3. After the first snow

Why: University of Minnesota Extension says a thorough cleaning of the coop and yard should happen at least once a year, usually in the spring. That is on top of the weekly cleaning.

Huh, didn't know that: Minnesota says to wear a dust mask when cleaning, because dried chicken manure can be harmful if breathed in.

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Answer: In the spring. University of Minnesota Extension says a thorough cleaning of the coop and yard should happen at least once a year, usually in the spring. That is on top of the weekly cleaning.

  1. University of Minnesota Extension: Raising chickens for eggs extension.umn.edu/small-scale-poultry/raising-chickens-eggs
    at least once a year, usually in the spring, a thorough cleaning is done on the coop and yard.
    Checked 2026-10-11.
  2. University of Minnesota Extension: Raising chickens for eggs extension.umn.edu/small-scale-poultry/raising-chickens-eggs
    Dried chicken manure can be harmful to humans if inhaled.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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