Backyard chickens are now America's third most popular pet - here's how to start your own flock from scratch.

Everyone's building a coop again in 2026-but with cheap eggs back, does raising a flock still make sense?

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about commodities through a four-decade lens of experience. The high cost of eggs and the arrival of spring is generating ...

SADIEVILLE, Ky. (LEX 18) — As the cost of eggs continues to rise, some people are considering raising their own chickens to cut down on expenses. The bird flu has forced farmers to slaughter millions ...

Before setting up a backyard coop, check local ordinances for any restrictions on raising chickens. Coops need adequate space, ventilation and predator protection to ensure the health and safety of ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — With high egg prices in grocery stores nationwide, there has been a growing interest from people looking to raise their own chickens. “We’ve had a lot of inquiries if we’ve had ...