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Backyard chickens were a thing even before egg prices soared, but are they worth it? A Press Democrat reporter runs the numbers
A Press Democrat reporter and backyard chicken raiser takes a closer look at what it takes to raise her chickens.
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Chicks 101: A beginners guide to raising happy, healthy chickens
Pest control: Diatomaceous earth (DE), a natural powder made from fossilized algae, can be used in chicken coops to control ...
Fresh eggs at home? What to consider before getting chickens
Thinking about raising backyard chickens? Learn the rules, challenges and expert tips to ensure a healthy and productive flock.
Raising chickens costly but worth it: 'It really is an investment'
The price of eggs may be through the roof, but that doesn’t mean you’ll save money with a chicken coop. While the popularity ...
Neighbors flock to backyard chicken coops for fresher and cheaper eggs
For Christin New, whose multigenerational family moved from Redwood City, California, to a 2-acre home in the nearby Santa ...
UT Institute of Ag urges re-thinking of backyard chickens amid high egg prices
From making sure they have clean water, to protecting them from natural predator’s and making sure your flock is large enough ...
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Backyard chicken craze: Hatcheries sell out quickly due to rising demand
Instead of selling chicks during its annual Chick Days, Smithland Pet & Garden Center in Southington sold out of them weeks ago.