Category: Chicken Basics

Because of recent cases of pathogenic strains of avian influenza in the western United States and Canada, it is important for hobby and backyard chicken owners to understand

Backyard farming is nothing new, but what if you could test out the idea first? One local company is allowing you to do just that. Idaho Hens allows

You may hear the Plymouth Rock Chicken referred to as “Rocks” or “Barred Rocks.” This New England breed was first exhibited in 1869 as a cross between Black

Rhode Island Reds come from Adamsville, Rhode Island as a result of crossing Red Malay Game, Leghorn and Asiatic stock during the 1840s. Today they are one of

Spring time is here and you know what that means – fluffy, adorable chicks will soon be on the way! While this is undoubtedly an exciting time, it’s

What is so serious about a hen being egg bound? If left entreat the hen can die within 48 hours.  Usual symptoms of a hen that is egg

  Silkies are the world’s oldest chicken breed, with roots back in 7th Century China where they were used to cure kidney ailments, aging and other ills. “They

If you’re like me, you constantly battle with your chickens as you try to get them to sleep in the coop. Mine constantly get out of the pen

Organic chickens are not only the “in” thing that fetches a higher price on the market. It’s also a more humane way to raise your chickens and provides

It’s a farmer’s worst nightmare: the hens have stopped laying eggs during the winter months! Your first thoughts may be: Are they sick or dying? Has the cold