This edition of the Happy Homestead talks about raising your own laying hens from hatching all the way up to full grown hens ...

Don’t you just love beautiful black chickens? Breeders have developed black varieties of many types of chickens, some with gorgeous green or purple metallic sheens. From some of the heaviest chickens ...

Each breed has its own unique characteristics, including egg-laying ability, temperament, and size. Some breeds are better suited for cold climates, while others thrive in warmer environments.

Backyard chicken coops became increasingly popular during the pandemic as people scrambled to stay sane; and more recently, soaring egg prices have pu ...

This 2025-reviewed digital blueprint teaches users how to build a backyard chicken coop, select the best egg-laying hen breeds, implement organic feed practices, and maximize egg quality without ...

Although they also lay eggs, broiler hens lay them much less often than laying hen breeds. Laying hens (“layers”) are leaner and smaller.

1. Leghorn: This breed is known for its high egg production, with some hens laying over 300 eggs per year. 2. Sussex: Sussex chickens are a dual-purpose breed, meaning they are good for both egg ...

Egg-laying breeds tend to be thinner in stature as the nutrients they are consuming are used primarily for the maintenance of body weight and egg production. Once a female chicken has reached sexual ...

We have the best prefab chicken coop, plus all the accessories and professional advice you need to start a small backyard flock.

Which are the white egg-laying chicken breeds? White ones typically come from chicken breeds, including Leghorns, Anconas, and Polish. Leghorns are used for commercial production.

Build a safe, durable, and predator-proof chicken coop. Optimize space to support egg-laying hens even in small yards. Select the best chicken breeds for consistent egg output.