Hybrid breeds for backyard chicken enthusiasts share a special history with commercial broiler and layer operations.

Anyone who starts a flock because they’ve been dreaming about backyard chickens pecking in the yard will likely be happy with their choice. Those who do it to save money will probably regret it.

With the rising cost of eggs, more people may be considering raising backyard chickens for fresh, homegrown eggs.

Experts say raising chickens isn’t likely to save many inflation-weary consumers money amid the spike in egg prices. But for Johnson, among a growing number of Americans expressing interest in ...

With the culling of hens from bird flu outbreaks, the surge in the price of eggs has caused a bump in interest in keeping ...

An initiative in Zambia is showing that a profit-seeking company can help rural farmers battling extreme weather breed chickens that lay more eggs.

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host a Backyard Chicken Basics workshop and an Egg Grader Training workshop.

Thinking about raising backyard chickens? Learn the rules, challenges and expert tips to ensure a healthy and productive flock.

While backyard hens may offer a solution during ... lay as many eggs during winter or when they get older – most chicken breeds begin to slow down on laying eggs after about three years, but ...