Silkie chicken. Image via Openverse. One of the most extraordinary and unusual characteristics of Silkie chickens is their hyperpigmentation, scientifically known as fibromelanosis. This rare genetic ...

As egg prices remain stubbornly high, the humble backyard chook is enjoying renewed popularity in urban areas. Here’s how to ...

But rental-chicken options have made it easier than ever to set up a backyard flock. They offer a good way to get in on the chicken-keeping trend without the stress of a long-term commitment.

That’s the Anderson Jockey Lot experience in a nutshell, folks—South Carolina’s largest weekend flea market that turns ordinary Saturdays and Sundays in Belton into extraordinary treasure hunts. The ...

Silkie chickens are a prized breed of chicken with a beautiful and fluffy (yet misleading) set of white feathers and black skin. The chicken flesh itself is a dark bluish-gray or even black, and ...

Chicken may be the world’s favorite meat, but the industry must remain vigilant to challenges on various fronts.

What began as a hobby for Caleb and Danae Groff has helped the southern Lancaster County couple save some money after the ...

Raising backyard chickens in rainy conditions presents unique challenges, but with the right strategies, your flock can stay ...

Most people who are allergic to cats aren’t reacting to the fur—they’re reacting to a protein in cat saliva called Fel d 1.