Electric fencing is simple to set up and will help to discourage predators. Permanent chicken houses and fenced runs are wonderful if you have the space and the means to keep them clean, compost the ...

ROCHESTER, Minn. — With the trend of locally sourced food increasing, it's no surprise that dozens of major cities in the United States are revising their animal ordinances. Urban agriculture is seen ...

Chickens are every bit as fun and easy to care for as dogs or cats, plus they give you great farm-fresh eggs. The biggest challenge is keeping the birds safe from predators, and at the same time ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There’s something to be said about having your own chickens and fresh eggs right in your own backyard. It ...

Keeping chickens in predator-prone areas demands serious fortifications, but even the most robust coop can become a hassle without automation. That’s where [lcamtuf] steps in with his Chicken Squisher ...