
Adjust your coop systems by focusing on chickens' access to healthy, clean food and water as well as environmental conditions, especially temperature.

Are you considering starting your own backyard flock? Here are my recommendations for gear that's crucial for new chicken owners.

A visit to a farm-supply store during chick season seven years ago started a backyard flock and a passion for keeping chickens.

A very old and attractive breed, the Brabanter displays a full beard in addition to a small, upright crest and muffs.

Here's how to determine the purpose you want fencing to serve and the various types available to best protect your flock.

Show your chicken pride (and humor) with this poultry décor and kitchenware we found on the web.

Do you plan to starting a backyard flock or add to your existing bunch? Inspect your chicks carefully for these four life-threatening conditions.

Many of these heritage poultry breeds date back to early America, when farmers needed birds that were cold-hardy and good for eggs as well as meat.

Is it safe to eat raw eggs? I'm a professional chef, and my answer is yes. Or, no. Well, to be honest, it depends. Here's what we know.

Chickens can get bored during winter, and that could mean trouble. Bust through boredom with these simple ideas to keep the flock active.

Chickens editors asked for photos, and readers sent them in. Here are some of the best.

Whether you're out of town or sick in bed (as I recently was), it benefits your birds to make sure your chicken sitter knows exactly what's needed and when.