Anyone who starts a flock because they’ve been dreaming about backyard chickens pecking in the yard will likely be happy with their choice. Those who do it to save money will probably regret it.

“It may be the cock that crows, but it is the hen that lays the eggs.” ...

The price of eggs has prompted many to either forgo buying eggs or find ways to save money on eggs. We break down the costs ...

Hybrid breeds for backyard chicken enthusiasts share a special history with commercial broiler and layer operations.

An initiative in Zambia is showing that a profit-seeking company can help rural farmers battling extreme weather breed chickens that lay more eggs. Village chickens in Petauke, Zambia.Credit ...

With egg prices rapidly increasing, many have begun raising their own chickens to avoid the high cost of grocery store eggs.

As egg prices rise many are looking to raise their own chickens, but experienced chicken farmers say it is ultimately an ...