Silkie Chicken Breed Profile: History, Traits & Care

The Silkie is a bantam breed with a long history used mainly as an exhibition or pet chicken. Silkies are very broody and make wonderful surrogate hatchers.

Hobby Farms HQAugust 11, 2025
When Do Turkeys Start Laying Eggs? Plus Tips on Raising Turkeys

By understanding when turkeys start laying eggs and how to care for them properly, you can enjoy fresh turkey eggs for years to come—and help preserve these important breeds for future generations.

Stephanie ThurowAugust 8, 2025
Types of Poultry Eggs: Quail, Chicken, Duck & Goose Eggs

Chickens, ducks, geese and quail all offer us incredible edible eggs. Here's our guide to size and other characteristics as well as nutritional value.

Egg Yolk Color: What It Means and What Affects It

Think of egg yolk as a fun reminder of where your backyard chickens diet came from, and watch the colors change with the seasons.

Daniel JohnsonAugust 2, 2025