
Learn the pros and cons of using queen excluders for better hive management.

Cayuga Ducks are prolific, unique egg layers, known for their flavorful meat and beautiful feathering.

These Domestic Duck Breeds Can Be Raised for Profit, Pleasure or Both

The average lifespan of a duck varies widely depending on breed, care, and environment.

These three endangered chicken breeds are worth keeping for conservation purposes as well as a long list of unique characteristics.

Raising chicks with a broody hen is fun and well worth the effort, but it's important to know what to expect before getting started.

Goat playground ideas help to keep your herd out of trouble by providing them with fun, enrichment such as jumping and climbing.

Many backyard chicken breeds face endangered status. Here's what to keep in mind when starting a conservation flock to ensure a breed's future.

The Plymouth Rock Chicken is an example that breed conservation efforts work.

Consider these three breeds—Buckeye, New Hampshire and Rhode Island White—when starting or growing your flock.

Selecting the right bee frames is a key decision that affects your bees' health, productivity and your own efficiency.

Regardless of whether a rooster is present, a single hen sits atop the female pecking order. Here's how the behavior and balance of an alpha hen play out.