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 ...

Thinking about going green in your backyard? With big trends and buzz words like sustainability, homesteading and “green” living making the rounds online, there can be confusion around the rules. From ...

Learn how chickens handle cold, why frozen water is dangerous, and how dry bedding and airflow prevent winter health risks.

It's become more popular in the last few years for people who don't farm to keep flocks of chickens in their back yards; many put up signs to sell any extra eggs. But avian flu has sickened birds in ...

Raising backyard chickens is a growing trend embraced by some seeking a more sustainable lifestyle, but causing controversy and debate in urban and suburban areas across southwest Ohio. Backyard ...

When you have backyard chickens and are concerned about communicable diseases, it’s important to follow safety guidelines and best practices to protect both your flock and yourself. Wash Hands: Always ...

Until recently, Southfield required those who wanted to raise backyard chickens to keep the coop 175 feet from any neighbor’s house or other structure. “That’s completely unrealistic,” said Sarah ...

Backyard chickens have shifted from novelty to normal, but the disease pressure around them has shifted too. With highly ...

Backyard chickens are increasing in popularity due to high egg prices, but they may not be cost-effective for everyone. Before getting chickens, consider local regulations, time and labor commitments ...