Waiting for a chicken to start laying eggs can seem like an eternity. The blessed event may take anywhere from four months to eight...
Poultry owners should remain vigilant about protecting their birds because the risk of avian influenza can change as quickly as the weather, says a University...
Chantecler chickens are a heritage dual-purpose breed suitable for the backyard production of both meat and eggs. They are also popular for exhibition. It...
The best time to gather chicken eggs is when they are fresh. Collecting eggs when they are fresh has these purposes:• Minimize loss due...
Train your hens to use a nest box when they first start producing eggs and they are less likely to lay eggs on the...
Molting is a natural process where chickens shed and regrow their feathers, usually occurring annually, typically in fall. During molting, hens often stop laying...
Several continuing education sessions at AVMA Convention 2025 focused on animal welfare, including the veterinarian’s role in livestock production.
Dr. Rocio Crespo, a professor of...
Many Cackle Hatchery® customers depend on homegrown chickens to fill their freezers and feed their families. First-timers often have questions about the process. Below...
As temperatures rise during the summer months, backyard chicken keepers and poultry farmers alike must take extra precautions to protect their flocks from heat...
The CDC is investigating an outbreak of Salmonella Mbandaka infections that are linked to contact with backyard poultry.
Information from the Centers of Disease Control...