Dr David Cameron 
Would you have guessed that there are chickens that lay green eggs? Green eggs still have egg white and yellow inside, but the shell itself is green, and the color varies in intensity depending on what hybrid chicken produced the egg. Chickens that lay green eggs include the Favaucana, Easter Eggers, Olive Eggers, Isbar, and … Read more
Buying eggs in the store can be a pretty dull experience. In the United States, white eggs line the shelves. At the same time, brown eggs dominate the market in Europe and many other parts of the world. Yet chickens have a rainbow of colored egg offerings. Owning hens that can produce eggs in another … Read more
Yes, chickens do need grit in order to digest their food properly. Without grit, chickens would not be able to eat many of the things that they need to survive. Unlike most animals, chickens do not have teeth to assist them in breaking down food into smaller, more digestible sizes. In addition, unlike other animals with … Read more
Whether you have recently acquired some backyard chickens as pets or are looking to start your own egg-selling business, you may be wondering do chickens lay more eggs with a rooster present. Before you decide whether you want to get yourself a new and natural morning alarm clock that will undoubtedly annoy your neighbors, you … Read more
Backyard chickens are a growing trend, but homeowners’ associations are notorious for not allowing them. The most common justification for the ban is that chickens attract vermin, such as rats. Those in areas where backyard chickens are popular admit that mice and rats can become a problem from time to time. But attracting rats can … Read more
On the surface, most farming activities seem to make financial sense, and great profits can be made. Farming chickens is one such venture that seems easy to manage and save money by ultimately becoming food self-sufficient. As with all proposals you may hear, it is important first to weigh up the possible downsides. While keeping … Read more
If you’re thinking about getting chickens, you might be wondering if they’ll ruin your garden. Chickens are known for being curious and destructive creatures, so it’s understandable to be concerned. With the prevailing view that free-range chickens produce tastier, more nutritious eggs because they’re happier, you might be planning to allow them to have the … Read more
You might be thinking about getting a flock of chickens to keep in the backyard, but how will man’s best friend get along with the newfound friends – or foes? Can you keep chickens with a dog or cat? Or maybe you are looking to get a furry friend and already have chickens. Yes, you … Read more
Homesteading is becoming increasingly popular, although space is often a limiting factor. Many people opt for chickens or rabbits, which require comparably less space. Chickens produce eggs and meat, and rabbits can provide meat and pelts. But can you keep rabbits with chickens? Although keeping these animals together may save you time, space and money, … Read more
Knowing why a chicken may stop laying eggs is important; knowing if it is serious or not will make all the difference to being a happy chicken owner. But when do chickens stop laying eggs? Depending on the breed, chickens typically stop laying eggs between the ages of five and six. There are several reasons … Read more