Treats can be enjoyable enrichment for chickens and quail, but too many can replace the balanced nutrition in their complete feed. Learn why confined birds need fewer treats—and how excess weight can affect laying and overall health.

Waiting for your pullets to lay their first eggs can test your patience. In this guide, you'll learn when most pullets begin laying, the signs they're getting close, and the factors that influence egg production so you know what to expect and when to simply let nature take its course.

Chicken keeping has 4 seasons. Winter is for hibernation. Spring is for egg harvesting and breeding. Summer is for slowing down and enjoying the weather and trying to stay cool. Late summer/early fall is for getting ready for winter.

Work with the birds,not against them.

Learn how to transition your chickens' feed from starter to grower to layer for optimal health and egg production. Discover the right nutrition at every stage, from chick growth to egg laying, and ensure your flock thrives with the perfect feed at each stage of development.

Welsh Harlequin Ducks are dual purpose birds great for both meat and eggs.