Unpredictability of grocery costs can push people to look for alternative options. With research and planning, raising backyard chickens is one solution to economic uncertainty. Chickens can be a ...

At first thought, living out your homesteading dreams by getting backyard chickens may seem like a fantastic idea. Who wouldn't love a steady supply of farm fresh eggs? Backyard chickens can also give ...

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 ...

Spring is finally here! The days are getting longer, the grass is getting greener, and your chickens? They’re ready to party. After a long, sleepy winter, your backyard flock is stretching its wings, ...

NEW YORK — Thinking about backyard chickens as egg prices soar? Think hard, especially in light of the bird flu outbreak. Keeping home chickens as a pastime has continued to grow since the pandemic.

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LASCASSAS, Tenn. (WTVF) — We've all seen the high price of eggs at the grocery store. In February, eggs hit an all-time high of $8.12 per dozen! And according to the USDA, prices could climb another ...

With egg prices reaching record highs, some are considering another alternative: buying their own chickens to bring breakfast to the backyard. Inside Pittsboro Feed, peace of mind for your egg anxiety ...

Record-high egg prices have more consumers considering backyard chickens, but farm rescues say they are expensive and hard to care for.