Childhood visits to my grandparent’s farm served to foreshadow raising chickens of my own. Tossing seed corn, herding a mean rooster to the coop, and reaching under a hen to gather a warm egg were ...

As the raise-your-own-chickens renaissance continues to gather momentum, coops have become an increasingly common sight in urban and suburban backyards across the U.S. Interest in local and organic ...

Keeping a garden well and keeping free-range chickens are not the most naturally compatible of pastimes. Pecking beaks will wreak havoc with delicate, emerging flower buds, and dust-bathing, a ...

With so many chicken breeds (plus hybrids and crossbred chickens), you’re sure to find the kind of chickens that are just right for your needs. Use our survey results to help you choose the best ...