Chicken Care Guide Find all the information you need about raising chickens. Get an overview, then find helpful links to more in-depth education. Read More
Duck Care Guide Find all the information you need about raising ducks. Get an overview, then find helpful links to more in-depth education. Read More
Game Bird Care Guide People raise game birds for several reasons. Read more on how to brood, house, feed, and take excellent care for your flock. Read More
New Chicks Buyer's Guide Whether you’re looking to add chickens to an existing group or you’re brand new to raising poultry, selecting the right chicks is key to having a healthy, manageable coop. Read More
Bielefelder Breed Guide Discover a dual-purpose chicken you can keep as a pet. Learn about the Bielefelder breed from Tractor Supply. Read More
Dominique Breed Guide For a great egg layer with an easy-going personality, try the Dominique. Learn more from Tractor Supply. Read More
ISA Brown Chicken Breed Guide Find an excellent egg layer to add to your flock. Discover ISA Brown chickens from Tractor Supply. Read More
Delaware Chicken Breed Guide Find a chicken breed that meets various needs, including eating and egg laying. Learn about the Delaware from Tractor Supply. Read More
Speckled Sussex Chicken Breed Guide This pretty chicken was developed for dual-purpose use and is great for beginners. Discover the Speckled Sussex from Tractor Supply. Read More
Welsummer Breed Guide Find a hardy chicken for egg and meat production in the Welsummer breed. Learn more with Tractor Supply. Read More
Cinnamon Queen Chicken Breed Guide This popular hybrid breed is a great egg layer and perfect for a backyard flock. Discover Cinnamon Queen chickens from Tractor Supply. Read More
Americana Chicken Breed Guide Discover a hybrid chicken breed with excellent egg-laying capabilities. Visit Tractor Supply. Read More
Rhode Island Red Chicken Breed Guide Sapphire Gem chickens are a pretty breed that lays many eggs. Learn more about this breed from Tractor Supply. Read More
Buff Orpington Chicken Breed Guide Discover a popular breed for egg laying and meat. Learn about Buff Orpingtons with Tractor Supply. Read More
Sapphire Chicken Breed Guide Sapphire Gem chickens are a pretty breed that lays many eggs. Learn more about this breed from Tractor Supply. Read More
Cochin Chicken Breed Guide Discover a friendly, ornamental chicken breed perfect for exhibition. Find Cochin chickens at Tractor Supply. Read More
Wyandotte Chicken Breed Guide We supply Wyandotte chickens, an excellent choice for those just beginning their flocks. Learn more at Tractor Supply. Read More
Olive Egger Chicken Breed Guide Find out details about the Olive Egger chicken breed, which is available in our inventory of live birds. Learn more at Tractor Supply. Read More
Poultry Care Guide Raising poultry is a great way to start your journey into livestock. Get all the information you need with our guide to raising poultry from starting your flock to poultry first aid. Read More
Egg binding in chickens Gail Damerow explains egg binding and how to help your chickens if this happens and gives tips for prevention. Read More
How to wash chickens Do you need to wash chickens? What about dust baths? Gail Damerow talks about keeping your flock fresh and clean. Read More
Gifts for the flock owner No matter if they own chickens or just love them - gift the flock with these great ideas. Read More
Penned or free range chickens Gail Damerow explains what penned or free range chickens mean and how to decide what your flock will be. Read More
Pecking order 101 Flock hierarchy is key to keeping the peace among your chickens. Gail Damerow explains the peck order and how your flock figures out their place in it. Read More
Old English Game Confident, strong and birds with a storied history - the Old English Game is an ornamental breed with a variety of colors. Read more about these beauties. Read More
Sumatra Sumatra birds have long, flowing tail feathers similar to Yokohama breeds and are one of the most popular show chickens. Read More
Sebright Bantam Sebright bantams are small chickens with big personality. Learn more about these true bantams. Read More
Raising Backyard Chickens and Gardening: What to Consider Raising chickens doesn't mean you have to lack in gardening - these two work really well together. Find out more about gardening with a backyard flock. Read More
Cold-Season Crops for Your Flock Colder seasons leave fewer bugs for your flock to forage, but you can still give them a little something to forage with cold-season veggies and fruits. Read More
Landscaping Safely for Your Flock Gardening and owning chickens can be a match made with a little attention to detail and added protection, for both the plants and the birds. Learn how. Read More
How to Sex a Chicken How do you know if you have a rooster or a hen in your chick? Gail Damerow explains different methods to sexing chicks. Read More
Sprucing Up Around the Chicken Pen with Herb Plants The outside of your chicken pen doesn't need to be barren. Learn how to use chicken-friendly herbs to add some green to your flock's space. Read More
Melanistic Mutant A common pheasant with shimmering blue-green plumage, these birds are tough and adaptable, with strong egg production. Read More
Egyptian Fayoumi A fairly new breed to the United States, these ornamental birds are small and good for hot temperatures. Not for beginners, these are active free-ranging birds. Read More
Benefits of Organic Poultry Feed Find out if organic poultry feed is right for your flock. Learn what makes it organic and potential benefits of a natural diet for your birds. Read More
Plants to Grow to Supplement Chicken Feed Even chickens love a treat. Learn more about plants you can add to your garden to boost your flock's feeding time. Read More
6 Tips to Help Chickens Beat the Summer Heat Raise more heat-resistant chickens and keep your flock healthy on hot days. Read More
Using Plants to Add Shade for Chickens Keeping your flock cool in the heat is as important as keeping them warm in the cold. Learn how to provide natural shade to their coop and chicken run with this guide. Read More
Appenzeller Appenzeller, also known as Appenzeller Spitzhauben is a rare breed from Switzerland. Read more about these crested birds with blue feet. Read More
Yokohama Known for their long tails and game-like appearance, the Yokohama breed is an ornamental you'll want in your flock. Read More
Chicken Coop Basics: What You Need to Keep Your Flock Cozy Gail Damerow is back and talking through the creating the perfect coop for your flock. Read more for chicken coop essentials. Read More
What Do Ducks Eat? Raising a pet duck or just visiting the ones at your local pond? Follow our guide to provide a nutritious, balanced diet for your feathered friends. Read More
Barred Rock Learn about Barred Rock chickens, also known as the Plymouth Rock breed. These dual-purpose birds are known for their friendly temperament and distinctive coloring. Read More
White Crested Polish Learn more about White Crested Polish chickens with their beautiful crown of feathers. Read More
Silkie Silkies are known for their soft and fluffy feathers. Read more about this docile ornamental breed. Read More
Best Ways to Insulate Your Chicken Coop Proper coop insulation is key to your flock's safety in extreme heat or cold. Gail Damerow talks us through insulating your coop and what you can use. Read More
Polish Polish chickens are a friendly ornamental known for the crest of feathers on top of their heads. Good for beginners, these birds are a great addition to backyard flocks. Read More
Salmon Faverolle These jovial birds are a perfect addition for backyard flocks. Salmon Faverolles are friendly and love to hang with their owners, making them great pets. Read More
Chicken Fencing 101 Keep your flock safe and secure with chicken fencing. Learn about permanent options and moveable fencing. Read More
Japanese Bantams Japanese Bantams are known for their short legs, a gene known as the 'creeper' gene. Learn more about these ornamental chickens, also called Chabo chickens. Read More
Phoenix Known for their beautiful and long tails, Phoenix chickens are ornamentals with impressive egg production. Read More
Belgian Bearded d'Uccle Learn about Belgian Bearded d'Uccle bantams. These little birds are a beautiful and friendly ornamental breed perfect for backyard flocks. Read More
Bantams These petite birds are great for flocks with small space. Read more about bantam breeds. Read More
Best Egg Laying Chickens Check out this list of the best egg laying chicken breeds. Read on to learn what breeds make great beginning birds, then find your new favorite based on egg color and temperament. Read More
Chicken Nesting Boxes Know-How If you are raising chickens for fresh eggs, your hens will want need comfortable and safe space for nesting. Gail Damerow talks nesting boxes know-hows. Read More
Golden Comet Read about Golden Comet chickens, a hybrid breed known for their golden coloring and large, brown eggs. Read More
Easter Egger Read about Easter Egger chickens and what makes them stand out from other Ameraucana and Araucana family members. Read More
Calico Princess Read more about Calico Princess birds. These relatively new-to-the-scene chickens are known for their friendly and playful nature. Read More
Black Sex Links Learn about Black Sex Link chickens. These dual-purpose birds, also known as Black Stars and have strong egg production. Read More
Broody Hens: How to Care for a Brooding Chicken If you plan to hatch chicks naturally, you'll need to know the basics for broody hen care. Gail Damerow tells us how to keep these special ladies comfortable. Read More
Do Chickens Need Toys to Play With? Just like kids, chickens need entertainment. Gail Damerow talks to us about toys for chickens including treat toys, gym toys and simple items you can use for flock enrichment. Read More
7 Tips for Winter Egg Production If you want your flock to keep fresh eggs coming year-round, follow these tips to help stimulate egg production. These 7 things will keep your chickens happy and healthy through the cold months. Read More
10 Reasons Chickens Stop Laying Eggs Egg production can slow for many reasons. Find out the top 10 reasons your flock may not being laying. Read More
Brooding Chicks: Radiant Heat vs. Heat Lamps No matter if this is your first time brooding chicks or if you are thinking about making a switch in your heat source, Gail Damerow walks us through different heat sources. Read More
What is Poultry? Gail Damerow gives us an in-depth masterclass on the definition of poultry and other terms you may see when it comes to birds. Read More
Do Hens Need a Rooster to Lay Eggs? Have you ever wondered how an egg becomes a chicken? Gail Damerow gives us the details on chicken mating, and if a hen needs a rooster for fertile eggs. Read More
16 Ways to Prevent Chickens from Eating Their Own Eggs Once started, egg eating spreads fast and is difficult to stop. Prevention is easier than cure. Read more from Gail Damerow. Read More
What is a Male Chicken Called? Read more about the males of the flock - roosters. Gail Damerow shares where roosters got their names and care for these gentlemen. Read More
The Best Chicken Breed for Your Climate With so many different climates across the United States, it can be challenging to know what breed to bring home. Read more for a breakdown of chickens for various weather. Read More
Are Guinea Fowl Right for You? Game birds such a guinea fowl can make great additions to your backyard flock. Learn more about these beautiful birds and how you can raise them for eggs or meat, or both. Read More
The Difference Between Starter, Grower and Layer Feeds We break down the differences and uses for starter, grower and layer feed - when to use it and when you should be looking for different types of feed for different birds like roosters. Read More
12 Tips for Introducing New Chickens to Your Flock Gail Damerow shares 12 tips for introducing new and existing flock members. Read more on how to properly socialize your chickens with each other. Read More
How to Produce Eggs for Hatching Gail Damerow gives us the details on hatching eggs - whether you plan to purchase eggs or collect and hatch from your own flock. Read More
Raising Chickens for Eggs: A How-To Guide Learning how to raise chickens for eggs can be a somewhat daunting proposition if you've never owned them before. Follow our guide to learn more. Read More
Beginner's Guide to Collecting Eggs: Tips and Knowledge Properly collecting and storing homegrown eggs will preserve their freshness for future use in a vast variety of culinary dishes. Read more on what makes a good egg. Read More
Raising Ducks for Eggs: 9 Things to Know Move over chickens, duck eggs are getting more popular from farm to table. Read more about raising ducks for eggs. Read More
Egg Production: How Do Chickens Lay Eggs Laying an egg is a big job! Read more to find out how your eggs are produced in a hen's reproductive system. Read More
Best Meat Chicken Breeds Whether you are just starting with meat birds or looking for some different breeds, we've got the best chickens for meat list here. Read More
Chicken First Aid Guide: Caring for Sick or Injured Chickens Be prepared for illness or injury with our chicken first aid guide. Read more about building a sick bay for your patient and how to keep the rest of your flock safe. Read More
What Do Chickens Eat? A Guide to Feeding Chickens Not sure what to feed your chickens? Learn about the recommended type of feed for each life stage and how to make sure your chickens get proper nutrition. Read More
How to Raise Baby Ducks for Beginners Want to learn how to raise baby ducks? Learn the basics for how to take care of ducklings, including what to feed ducklings, how to house them and more. Read More
Collecting and Storing Your Chickens' Fresh Eggs Follow our advice for cleaning, storing, and safely enjoying farm-fresh chicken eggs. Read More
How to Prepare Chickens for Winter Chickens can live in cold weather, but there are a few things they need to stay healthy. Learn about proper heating, airflow & nutrition for your flock this winter. Read More
How to Treat Coccidiosis in Chickens Coccidiosis, although common, is a deadly infection in chickens and poultry. Learn how it spreads, how to treat it & how to minimize its impact on your flock. Read More
What is a Pullet? Pullets vs. Chickens Guide Should you start your backyard coop with baby chicks or pullets? Learn about the pros and cons of each to decide which is the best option for your flock. Read More
Raising Baby Chicks 101: How to Care for Chicks Interested in raising baby chicks? Learn about the proper nutrition, shelter, brooding, and other basic needs necessary to provide the best care for your chicks. Read More
How to Clean a Chicken Coop Want to learn how to clean your chicken coop? Follow our 6 steps for safely and effectively cleaning your coop to keep your chickens healthy and comfortable. Read More
Raising Meat Chickens If you decide you want to raise chickens for meat, there are a few options. Learn about which chicken breeds are best for meat & how to raise these chickens. Read More
How to Raise Chickens & Brood Chicks Do you know how to raise chickens? Follow our complete guide to know how to prepare for these chickens & how to manage a healthy & happy flock. Read More
Molting Chickens FAQ: When Do Chickens Molt/Shed Twice a year, mature chickens lose their feathers so new, fresh plumage can grow in. Learn more about why, when & what to expect when molting happens. Read More
What to Feed Baby Ducks/Ducklings: A Duck Food Guide From duckling food to moving to layer duck feed, follow our feeding guide to learn how a ducking's diet contributes to their overall health. Read More
Game Bird Feed: The Best Poultry Products for Your Flock What do baby geese eat? What do turkeys eat? Learn about the right poultry feed for the life stages of game birds. Read More
Roundworms in Chickens Treating your chickens for roundworms isn't hard. Learn more about prevention and treatment. Read More
Rhode Island Red - Nearly Everyone's Favorite Breed The Rhode Island Red is nearly everyone's favorite breed in the United States and throughout the world. Read More
How to Treat Mites in Poultry Mites & poultry lice are two of the most common categories of external parasites when raising chickens. Learn to recognize these parasites in your chickens. Read More