The Leghorn has an outstanding reputation as a reliable egg layer. We will never know for sure about the true origins of this hard working Italian chicken but without her the egg industry would not be the same. This egg laying super star changed the Read More →
As backyard chicken keepers we do not think too much about a chicken’s crop. However it is a vital piece of the digestive tract that serves as a holding place for undigested food. In the wild, chickens have to eat their food quickly as predators Read More →
The Speckled Sussex hen is an old and well-loved breed. They are a beautiful coloration of the Sussex chicken who are known for their egg laying abilities. Similar to many older heritage breeds the speckled Sussex fell into obscurity after the introduction of high production Read More →
The Brahma is known to many as the King of chickens! Buff Brahmas are a color variation of the regular Brahma and they are certainly eye-catching. This low maintenance breed is a pleasure to have around. She is well suited to backyards and can be Read More →
While chickens actually do better in colder climates than hot, there are definitely some breeds that do much better in the depths of winter than others. Today we are going to take a look at some of the best cold hardy chicken breeds. These breeds Read More →
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