2011 Livestock Population Trends
November 22, 2011The global human population reached 7 billion this month, but world food organizations wonder if livestock production can keep up.
Will San Diego Say Yes?
November 8, 2011Photo by Aleigh Acerni Bessie, the miniature LaMancha goat that Dr. Laura Hershey is hoping to bring home. “I would rather live next door to a goat than a Rottweiler,” says San Diego, Calif. resident Dr. Laura Hershey. “Goats make great neighbors.” This comparison — between a sometimes-aggressive breed of dog that’s welcome in Hershey’s […]
“Queen” Reigns Over Chicken Biosecurity
November 4, 2011A poultry veterinarian dresses the part of “Biosecurity Queen” as she takes poultry-disease education on the road.
Little Shiva
October 24, 2011Photo by Audrey Pavia Shiva, the little Sebright who got me started in chickens. I was looking at my flock of bantams the other day and suddenly remembered how I came to own chickens. It was all thanks to a Sebright hen by the name of Shiva. Ever since I was a kid, I had […]
Chickens!
September 16, 2011On my quest to find a great story for Chickens magazine, I found some great flocks.
More About Eggs
September 12, 2011Last week, I told you some of the weird things Uzzi and I learned about eggs. We also learned some things that aren’t so crazy.
Forbidden Love
August 22, 2011Photo by Audrey Pavia Mr. Molly and Bobbi Jo sneak off for some alone time. There’s one thing I like more than the eggs I get from my chickens — watching the daily drama of their lives. My flock puts Telemundo’s novelas to shame. The most interesting plot line among my birds concerns one of […]
Teach Kids with Chickens
June 29, 2011Whether they’re in the classroom, on a farm or in your own backyard, chickens are ready to teach your kids about a lot more than the three Rs.
Cat Love
May 30, 2011When I’m surrounded by horses, chickens, rabbits and the most charming Corgi in the world, it’s easy to take my cats for granted.
Stephanie vs. Mr. Mabel
May 16, 2011Photo by Audrey Pavia My friend, Stephanie, and my rooster, Mr. Mabel, have a stormy relationship. Early last week, I got an email from my old friend, Stephanie, who lives in Pittsburgh. Her planned trip to Russia fell through, and she asked if she could come stay with me this week. I was thrilled—I hadn’t […]
