Poultry

Different breeds of chickens come with different characteristics backyard chicken keepers need to know about.  It’s easier to prepare for something like a broody chicken if you anticipate it.  Do … Read Post

Delaware chickens are a mixed breed developed in the 1940s.  These birds were popular until the 1980s when the even faster-growing Cornish Cross shadowed them.  Dedicated breeders revived this beautiful … Read Post

Cochin chickens (formerly known as Cochin-China and Shanghai Birds) are known for their large size, fluffy feathers, friendly disposition, and feather-covered feet. Indeed, they’re a fun breed with good-tasting eggs, … Read Post

Brahma chickens are a large, dual-purpose breed.  Their prominent features are a flat, pea comb and feathered feat.  This Asiatic breed is known as the “King of Chickens” for a … Read Post

Polish chickens are a funny poultry breed known for their poofy feathers around their head.  They are small and rather energetic, but can they be free-range chickens? Key Takeaway: Polish … Read Post

When it comes to the rare Araucana breed, telling the difference between a hen and a rooster requires a trained eye.  Luckily, a few physical characteristics help you distinguish between … Read Post

Silkie chickens take a longer time to mature than many other breeds.  Raising these chicks requires breed-specific knowledge.  How long do they need a heat source? Key Takeaway: Silkie chicks … Read Post

It is easy to mistake the ISA Brown and the Hy-line chicken breeds.  Many chicken keepers have referred to these two breeds interchangeably for years.  Both are modern strains of … Read Post

It may come as a surprise to you just how many chicken breeds are used for both egg and meat production these days. Despite the shift to using only a … Read Post