In 2020, the number of American households keeping backyard chickens increased to 13 percent. While two-thirds of those homeowners consider their chickens pets, half keep them for fresh eggs. In ...

I finally decided to build a chicken coop in my backyard as I have a goal of hunting/growing 50% of my own food by 2026.

In recent years, there has been a significant shift towards self-sufficiency and sustainability in food production. With rising grocery prices, concerns about the quality of store-bought food, and the ...

I jumped head first into the backyard chicken game in 2018, and bought eight chicks and a coop from a local farm store. Five of them turned out to be roosters, but that’s a whole different story. The ...

How can I build a backyard chicken coop and avoid inflated egg prices? Along with travel expenses and gasoline, food prices have also increased in the past year, largely due to the coronavirus ...

Even those living in urban or suburban areas can embrace the homesteading lifestyle by starting small in their backyards.

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Before setting up a backyard coop, check local ordinances for any restrictions on raising chickens. Coops need adequate space, ventilation and predator protection to ensure the health and safety of ...

And where there are chicken coops, there are likely to be homeowners who are creative, fun loving and resourceful. Home chicken raising is becoming more popular for various reasons, including the ...

The City Council Tuesday night, Oct. 14, indicated its support for a new ordinance to set the rules for residents wanting to ...