In 2020, the number of American households keeping backyard chickens increased to 13 percent. While two-thirds of those homeowners consider their chickens pets, half keep them for fresh eggs. In ...

In recent years, there has been a significant shift towards self-sufficiency and sustainability in food production. With rising grocery prices, concerns about the quality of store-bought food, and the ...

I jumped head first into the backyard chicken game in 2018, and bought eight chicks and a coop from a local farm store. Five of them turned out to be roosters, but that’s a whole different story. The ...

With egg prices skyrocketing, more and more people are thinking about getting their own chickens. In fact, a recent study by Eden Emerald Buyers Agents found that searches for chicken coop plans on ...

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Before setting up a backyard coop, check local ordinances for any restrictions on raising chickens. Coops need adequate space, ventilation and predator protection to ensure the health and safety of ...

In recent years, the trend of raising backyard chickens has gained popularity among homeowners seeking a more sustainable lifestyle. Whether for fresh eggs, companionship, or a deeper connection to ...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Earlier this week, we learned that a Saunders County backyard flock tested positive for the bird flu. It’s the third case of highly pathogenic avian influenza reported in the ...

Their chickens start at $20. "We use a roll out nesting box so that the chickens can go in, and then the eggs roll out, and stay nice and clean," Leird said. Maintaining a coop of your own could ...

BARRINGTON HILLS, Ill. (WLS) -- Chicken coops come in all sizes and varieties, and they're becoming more popular with the price of eggs through the roof. With the sound of chickens in the coop, you'd ...