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7 Problems with Backyard Chickens

Free-range chickens are a lot of fun and provide a wonderful supply of eggs, but there are always a few problems. Here are seven common issues.

Thinking About Backyard Chickens? 4 Things You Should Know First

Interest in owning backyard chickens has skyrocketed. If you're considering getting your own, follow these expert tips and you'll have fresh eggs year-round.

Brown or White? Cage or Cage-Free? Here’s How to Pick the Best Eggs

A poultry expert unscrambles the jargon on your egg carton

Here’s How Long Frozen Meat Actually Lasts, According to a Food Safety Pro

How To Wrap Meat For Freezing

Freezing meat is a great way to extend its freshness, but Chef Brannon Soileau of The Culinary Institute of America says it's important to keep oxygen aw...

Poultry Roasting Chart: Times and Temperatures

Roast turkey is a must-have component of Thanksgiving menus across America. Whether you’re having Thanksgiving with family or hosting a “friendsgiving” dinner party, roast poultry … Read More

Know the basics of poultry care, risks of Salmonella

Humans can contract Salmonella when handling poultry, gathering eggs and eating poultry.

Poultry farmers encouraged to protect their flock from HPAI

Decreased egg production and depression in layers may be another sign that birds are not feeling well.

The Cut of Chicken Your Butcher Doesn't Even Know About

Somebody really ought to tell your butcher about the best way to prep poultry for schnitzel, saltimbocca, and the perfect chicken sandwich.

Innovators: The poultry industry needs your ideas

The Poultry Tech Summit is being launched this year to make sure that more of innovative ideas get an opportunity to be seen by the people who can use them and make sure they get to market.

Modern Farmer: 9 Backyard Gardens with Chickens

Is a backyard garden complete without a coop? The last few years have seen a surge in popularity of chicken-keeping, making chickens as much at home in the

In Quest For Happier Chickens, Perdue Shifts How Birds Live And Die

Perdue Farms, one of the largest poultry companies in the country, says it will change its slaughter methods and also some of its poultry houses. Animal welfare groups are cheering.

Winterize Your Chicken Coop

Winter can be a stressful, even dangerous, season for chickens. If you take the proper steps to winterize your chicken coop, however, you can provide safe, comfortable shelter for your flock even on the coldest days and through the iciest nights.Why Win

10 Ways to Reduce Peck Order Stress in Chickens

Looking to help your chickens maintain a stable pecking order? Cackle Hatchery breaks down 10 ways to reduce peck order stress in our latest blog post.

Don’t Assume You’re Being Healthy by Choosing Chicken

When we go to the grocery store or out to dinner, and we want to purchase something healthy, the natural tendency is to look for chicken. Unfortunately, a deeper look into that chicken will usually…