Purchasing a ready-made coop for your flock has its positive points. Let our buyer’s guide help you choose the right one.
I met Hedy one Thanksgiving when she was a chick at my mother's house. I had the chance to take her home—and she changed everything.
Produce? Yes, with some exceptions. Meat and fish? Sure, but only if it's cooked. There's also a chart about the scraps to avoid.
This round of contenders is led by a cow in a scenic landscape. Also making appearances are goats, kids, chickens, horses—and one human.
A recent Twitter exchange involved several definitions of "real" farmers. It showed me that some people obviously don't understand what we do or why.
You might have noticed the incredible way a chicken's neck moves—like in this Instagram video—but the reason behind it is fascinating.
Warm temperatures have not yet reached some parts of the U.S., but hens are laying more because of increased daylight. Here's how to prevent frozen eggs and what to do with ones you find.
You don’t have to be a rancher to have a great herd of livestock on your hobby farm. Many terrific breeds are great for small acreage.
Rabbits are herbivores and have some unusual digestive functions. Here's what to feed them and how to spot gastrointestinal problems.
Sure, we have the traditional Easter-egg hunt in my home, but with a surplus of eggs, we do several other activities too. Try them yourself.
Broody hen? New member of the flock? Injured bird? My method of temporarily separating chickens from their peers is an old dog crate.
You don’t have to live in the country to raise and enjoy chickens. We have tips and suggestions on raising flocks within the city limits.
