Pest control: Diatomaceous earth (DE), a natural powder made from fossilized algae, can be used in chicken coops to control ...

We've all seen egg prices at the store, and that alone could drive someone to build a chicken coop of their own.

With high egg prices in grocery stores nationwide, there has been a growing interest from people looking to raise their own ...

Raising chickens is a rewarding experience, but there are a few key things to know before getting started. If you’ve been thinking about adding a flock to your backyard, you’ll want to set them up for ...

More than 170 species of North American wild birds were infected with bird flu. Here's what it means for your backyard bird ...

But if you also keep backyard chickens, Parr of the American Bird Conservancy recommends taking the bird feeder down to prevent possible transmission to poultry. Birdfeeders and nesting boxes ...

The Peterson Farm near Grassy Branch Road in Fayette County is an agricultural farm that formerly raised hogs. Owner Bob Peterson (also an Ohio State Representative) said he “wanted the opportunity to ...

What’s cheaper in the US: The chicken or the egg? She said chickens need an indoor and outdoor space, bedding, proper food and nesting boxes. “Just the start up alone — when you’re getting the coop, ...

Now, they also provide products for raising chicks, such as waterers, water nipples, feeders, nesting boxes. All are designed for baby chicks (also baby ducks), so it might not fit full-grown chickens ...

Nest boxes help many species of birds, including eastern bluebirds, tree swallows and wood ducks, by providing protection ...