As urban homesteading trends continue to gain ground, backyard chickens have become an unexpectedly common feature in city neighborhoods. City ...

1. Leghorn: This breed is known for its high egg production, with some hens laying over 300 eggs per year. 2. Sussex: Sussex chickens are a dual-purpose breed, meaning they are good for both egg ...

Raising chickens for eggs can be rewarding, but — as I wrote previously — it requires a commitment of time and money. If you do it properly, you will never have a shortage of fresh eggs, year-round.