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What Is a Broody Hen? 6 Things to Know

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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.

Starting a Conservation Flock: Raising Heritage Breeds

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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.

Plymouth Rock Chicken: From Endangered to Recovered

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

American-Class Chickens: 3 Conservation Priority List Breeds

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

Meet the Alpha Hen: At the Top of the Pecking Order

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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.

Golden Comet Chicken: Breed Profile

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Find Out Why Golden Comet Chickens May Be a Good Fit for Your Flock

Meat Chicken Breeds: 10 Options for the Backyard

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There are many meat chicken breeds available for small-scale meat producers and those looking to raise their own meat chickens.

Bantam Chicken Care 101

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A bantam chicken may require a little more dedication and work than standard breeds, but these little sweethearts quickly steal your heart and make the extra work worthwhile. 

Better Chicken Care: 5 Common Habits to Avoid

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Chicken keeping habits can be good or bad, but with knowledge and understanding, you can break those bad habits, and learn to cultivate good chicken keeping habits.

Pekin Duck: Breed Profile

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The Pekin duck is an ideal choice for pet owners, backyard flocks and egg and meat producers.

Can Chickens Eat Cilantro? Gardening for Your Flock

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Explore Eight Plants Your Chickens Can Enjoy

Fertilized Chicken Egg: Easy Signs to Identify

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Do you wonder whether your breakfast egg could have developed into a chick? Here are ways to distinguish between fertilized and non-fertilized eggs.

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