The term broody might not be an everyday word used in the average person’s vocabulary, but for anyone who owns chickens it is a well-known poultry tendency. Broodiness is a behavior a hen can exhibit ...

It's proof that motherhood instincts can show up in the most unexpected ways.

In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, Dalia Monterroso of Chickenlandia shares how to have a successful brooding experience, and what to do to make sure your chicks stay healthy and happy ...

If you are looking to place newly hatched chicks with a hen, you could save yourself some work and give them a more natural experience. Introducing chicks to a broody hen requires some guidance but ...

Is the price of eggs making you want to jump on the chicken bandwagon? Be sure you check your local ordinances regarding chickens before you make your decision. We both enjoy fresh eggs from our ...

The livestock subsector contributes over 10% GDP to the Kenyan economy. Poultry are the most abundant livestock species, and domestic chicken (98%) are the most important, with other poultry species ...

We’re trying to get the depleted (we think raccoons) chicken flock to reproduce itself, but I am not confident.You’d think that reproductive behaviors — not that kind! This is a family newspaper — ...

Anyone who has reared chickens knows a first flock can go very well or go wrong fast. Much of that comes down to breed choice ...