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It is estimated that there are 34.4 billion chickens in the world at any given moment. This is despite the fact that almost 200 million of these domestic fowls are slaughtered every single day. This means that around the world, a lot of people grow up and live around chickens. Many of us refer to … Read more

You might have little or even deep knowledge of our feathery friends, but did you know there are over 1600 recognized chicken breeds worldwide? Well, that’s according to an article published by the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization). But amidst all these chicken kinds, only a few are commonly known, and Columbian Wyandotte is one … Read more

Nature just doesn’t seem to stop amazing us. From the long giraffe necks to the web-spinning dexterity of spiders, there’s just too much about it that stirs up our curiosity and leaves us with a plethora of unanswered questions. And now, when it comes to the avian category, and particularly the chickens, there remain lots … Read more

Vorwerk chickens have the amusing distinction of being the only chicken breed that shares its name with a brand of household appliances. However, the story of this Germanic chicken is a little bit more interesting. This is not a chicken you’re likely to come across in the US but it’s not as rare in certain … Read more

The world of chickens is full of breeds with great potential that have been conspicuously overlooked over the years. The California Grey chicken is an excellent example of one such breed. Despite having been around for more than 80 years, you’d be hard-pressed to find anyone who has had any significant experience raising these chickens. … Read more

If you were looking for chickens ten years ago, you may not have heard about Red Ranger chickens. Yet, today, these chickens seem to be available from every other hatchery. What exactly is a Red Ranger chicken and where did it suddenly come from? As it turns out, defining this chicken is still a bit … Read more

Chickens are beautiful, elegant birds, and they display an almost bewildering array of different plumage types. However, one of the most beautiful and striking hues they can have is yellow. So for anyone looking to add some of these stunning birds to their flock – or for anyone who is just curious – in this … Read more

Whether you’re a chicken aficionado considering adding the Isbar chicken to your backyard flock or maybe want to learn a thing or two about the lovable breed, you just came to the right place. Isbar chickens aren’t just like any other chicken — they have unique qualities, so it’s necessary to get yourself well-versed with … Read more

When you hear the name White Rock chickens, you may think it’s a reference to a new breed of chickens. However, this breed has been around for more than a century and played a crucial role in the establishment of the broiler industry. Considered an excellent dual-purpose breed, many backyard farmers are still eager to … Read more

If recent events are anything to go by, farming chickens for eggs can be a lucrative venture. While it’s great to have enough eggs for your table, when you have chickens that can produce a surplus of eggs, this can be profitable. Not too long ago, a carton of eggs was being sold for as … Read more