Backyard Chicken Keeping

Backyard Chicken Keeping We're dedicated to raising strong, healthy, and happy birds through science and innovation.

06/25/2026

Consider this your reminder to take a break.

The to-do list will still be there… your chickens are just waiting for snacks and a little attention.

Sometimes they've got the right idea.

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06/24/2026

This is how you tell if an egg will actually hatch.

Waylon (14) shows the difference between a fertile and non-fertile egg using candling.

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06/23/2026

Chicken p**p might be a part of flock life, but that doesn't mean you can't manage the smell. Supporting digestion and keeping litter conditions in check can make a big difference in reducing ammonia and overall odor.

Simple additions like daily probiotics and managing moisture in your coop can help create a healthier environment for your birds. Watch the full video : https://youtu.be/IVy5v9SqJz8

06/22/2026

Backyard chickens in the middle of town?

Rachel from Abingdon, VA shares how she raises chickens right in the historic district.

Meet her hens and see how backyard chickens can fit into everyday life.

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06/17/2026

Not all eggs hatch on the same timeline.

Waylon (14) breaks down how long it takes for quail, chickens, and turkeys and why it matters.

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06/16/2026

There's more going on in your chicken's digestion than you might think. Chickens have something called a ceca, where bacterial activity can increase, especially when digestion isn't ideal, leading to even stronger-smelling coop conditions.
Understanding how digestion affects odor can help you better manage your flock's environment. https://youtu.be/IVy5v9SqJz8

06/15/2026

For many backyard chicken keepers, the daily egg haul never gets old. 🥚
Bianca shares one of her favorite parts of raising chickens - collecting fresh eggs from a flock of nine - and why what started as a way to get farm-fresh eggs quickly turned into something more. These chickens aren't just productive - they're part of the family.

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06/11/2026

Ever seen your chicken do this and wondered what's going on? It might look strange, but it's actually a really important part of how they stay healthy. One of those behaviors that seems odd… until you know what you're looking at.

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06/10/2026

A lot of people change their incubator temperature during hatching. Waylon (14) sticks with a steady approach - keeping conditions consistent, similar to how a broody hen naturally incubates eggs. If you're incubating eggs, consistency is key.

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