Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

I hadn’t kept bantams until, about six years ago, a friend gave me two Lavender Pekins. Quickly named Pam and Betty, after my beloved Bolton aunt and granny, they proved as feisty and formidable as ...

There are more than 85 million backyard chickens in the United States. Here's what you need to know before starting your own ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Raising backyard chickens comes with plenty of benefits, from fresh, nutrient-rich eggs to natural pest control and a more ...

No farm? No problem. Here's exactly how to build a chicken coop and raise healthy hens in a regular backyard.

The pandemic has brought on a slew of new hobbies and habits—with one notable uptick in chicken ownership. And since it seems that so many people are leaving the city to buy a country home, the ...

If you ranked the worst impulse buys ever, livestock would be up there. But after you’ve been quarantined for weeks, eggs are hard to find, the kids need something to do and those fluffy chicks look ...

Chickens can make a delightful addition to your backyard or farm. These quirky birds can provide your family with ethically raised eggs, meat, and countless hours of entertainment. If you’re planning ...