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 and Prevention says at least seven people across six states have been infected. In previous...
Customers who contact Cackle Hatchery® frequently ask questions about feeding their flocks. Below are 17 of the most common questions our team is asked regarding feeding chickens.
What do chickens eat?
What chickens eat depends on their stage of growth. Confined...
Infectious coryza is one of the most common bacterial diseases of backyard chickens. It is, in fact, the chicken version of the common cold. Avibacterium paragallinarum bacteria cause this respiratory disease. Like the common cold, infectious coryza is particularly...
Rising egg prices have some wondering if raising backyard chickens could save money, but experts warn that this may not be a money-saving option.
The ongoing outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza, a dangerous strain of bird flu, has resulted...
Some duck breeds lay as well as chicken breeds. However, ducks kept mainly for meat or ornamental purposes do not lay nearly as well as those that have been selectively bred for their laying ability. Below is a look...
Backyard poultry keeping is gaining popularity across Ohio as more residents discover the benefits of raising chickens.
Whether for a fresh supply of eggs, the fun of caring for animals or the satisfaction of growing their own food, many are...
Cookies and Cream.
It’s not just a popular ice cream flavor, it’s a dazzlingly beautiful breed of hybrid chicken.
The full name is “Lisa Steele’s Cookies and Cream,” and it’s the result of a collaboration between Meyer Hatchery out of Polk,...
Here at Cackle Hatchery® we are constantly fielding questions from our customers. Below are answers to 17 of the most common questions we hear about chickens and eggs.
Why do chickens lay eggs?
Chickens lay eggs to reproduce more chickens. However,...
Chickens have three primary goals in life — to eat, to avoid being eaten, and to make more chickens. Thus, flock necessities involve providing your chickens with everything they need to achieve these goals.
Nutrition
A chicken’s nutritional needs change, depending...
Hawaiʻi residents who keep backyard poultry flocks or are involved in bird rescue are asked to participate in a new survey aimed at gathering important data about bird flu awareness and preparedness.
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health is conducting a...