The popularity of raising chickens at home continues to rise. What was traditionally a part of rural life has spread to the suburbs and even urban areas. There are many reasons for the increase in...

The saying goes, “you are what you eat,” and it's true, particularly if you’re raising backyard chickens for food. What you feed them matters, but do you really know what's in your chicken's...

Free-range chickens have grown in popularity for the healthy food and animal welfare advantages they bring. Here, we’ll take a look at the pros and cons of raising chickens without a coop, and how...

There are many benefits to raising your own chickens, but along with the fresh eggs and free garden fertilizer there are plenty of challenges too. For instance, on occasion, you’re going to find...

In a time in which many people are extremely interested in finding alternative options to mass-produced food, home chicken coops are springing up across the country. However, not everyone has the...

If you own chickens for poultry or to have fresh eggs at home, the last thing you want is a case of mites, lice, or other pests taking over your coop. If you think that there is a pest problem in...