If you want happy hens, then it's well worth researching the plants that are ideal for growing in a chicken run. In addition to learning how to keep chickens safe from garden predators, knowing the ...

When it comes to the growing trend of raising backyard chickens, all the workshops and information I’ve come across have focused on the basics: coops and runs, breeds, feeds, brooding, and egg ...

Raising small flocks of backyard chickens has been a trend among city dwellers for a decade or so, and putting the birds to work can be a boon to gardens. You can use them for tilling, grubbing for ...

Many homeowners are drawn to the idea of raising backyard chickens because the flavor of fresh eggs can’t be beat. There are many other benefits, too. Chickens help you garden organically by providing ...

Stock your bookshelf with these helpful new books about shade gardening, chicken raising for kids and DIY storage and decluttering solutions. If your local bookstore doesn't carry one of these titles, ...