Flying Feathers: A Few Facts About Chicken Molting

Learn more about molting, the natural process in which a chicken sheds old feathers and grows new ones, by Chickens magazine editors.

Quail Can Be Perfect Poultry For Those Without Land

Want poultry but don't have the land for chickens? Quail are quiet, easy-keeping birds that you can raise for both eggs and meat.

How To Treat Oviduct Prolapse In A Laying Hen

Oviduct prolapse is a serious emergency, so here's what you can to help your laying hen if this condition occurs and you can't reach a veterinarian.

Deworming Your Backyard Chickens: The Whys & Hows

Chickens get worms, but the matter of deworming your flock can be complicated. We spoke with experts about when to deworm and how to safely administer antiparasitics.


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