Farm

9 Types of Chicken Feed Explained

There are so many types of chicken feed, how do you choose the right one for your flock? We'll explain the differences.

7 Reasons to Keep a Rooster

Thinking about adding a pet rooster to your flock? Here are 7 reasons to keep a rooster as well as a few things to consider.

Why Did My Chicken Lay an Egg Without a Shell?

"Why did my chicken lay an egg without a shell?" Many chicken keepers ask that question. Here's what you need to know.

Do Chickens Lay Eggs in the Winter?

Fresh eggs are one of the delights of keeping chickens. But do chickens lay eggs year round? Here's why egg production tends to decrease in winter.

What Temperature Is Too Cold for Chickens?

Learn what temperature chickens can tolerate and the precautions you should take to make sure your chickens are safe during cold winter months.

How to Raise Chickens in Winter

Winter months can be a fun time for chicken owners. Figuring out how to raise chickens in the winter isn't as complicated as you might think. You just need a…

How to protect free-range chickens from predators

Chickens are highly susceptible to predators, especially if they're free range. Foxes, raccoons, birds of prey and even snakes can all pose a threat to a free-range flock. To protect…

How Many Chickens Do I Need?

If you have some land or even a backyard and dream of dabbling in farming, an easy first step is to try raising chickens. Chickens offer an ideal way for…

How to Raise Backyard Chickens

You've decided to raise backyard chickens. But where do you begin? Keeping chickens in your yard is a rewarding pursuit, but before you get started, let's take a look at…

How Much Space Do Chickens Need?

If you're raising chickens, one of the first questions you'll ask is, "How much space do my chickens need to be happy?" The ideal size of your chicken coop will depend…