Australorps, with their black feathers that absorb heat efficiently, are another excellent choice for winter laying.

Just when you think your chickens are done being freeloaders, there are a bunch of food changes and supplements to consider. Up until 20 weeks, chicks are considered to be in the grower/starter stage.

The staggering costs of eggs — up nearly 37% from last year, according to the Consumer Price Index — is driving people to consider backyard flocks. Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist with ...

Packed with protein, healthy fats and vitamins, eggs are an important staple food. But chicken eggs aren't the only eggs around — and it may be worth giving duck eggs a try once in a while, too. "We ...