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Funny thing about chickens. They evolved as wild birds in the steamy jungles of southeast Asia where it never frosts. They thrive…
Our Rhode Island Red hen reminded us of the joy our flock of diverse breeds gives us. Years ago, we’d order a…
As we watched from just beyond a low poultry fence three adolescent Rudd Rangers raced from their coop to chase a grasshopper.…
Leafing through the Hoover’s Hatchery catalog or clicking through its website is a fun way to discover the amazing diversity of poultry.…
7 Classic American Chicken Breeds to Raise for America’s 250th Birthday FlockJourney America 250 Series, Part 7: The Delaware, the newest breed…
FlockJourney America 250 Series, Part 6: The New Hampshire, the breed from the state that made America official. Top 3 Takeaways New…
Some Founding Flocks breeds get by on their looks. The Jersey Giant gets by on sheer size. Developed in New Jersey in…
Some American breeds came over with the settlers. The Wyandotte came from here. Developed in New York and named for the Wyandot…
Want to try an amazingly productive yet unusual chicken with a fascinating history? The California Grey might be just right. What Makes…
Close your eyes and picture a chicken. Odds are you just pictured this one. The black-and-white striped hen scratching around the barnyard…
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