In fact, the color of the eggshell has no bearing on the quality or flavor of the egg inside. The Araucana chicken breed is ...

As the steward of four sweet but dimwitted birds who comprise the egg factory in my backyard, it’s not as cheap as you’d ...

As you plan your chicken flock, you, like many others, might want to get chickens that lay different colored eggs. We’re all used to the white and brown eggs you can buy at the grocery store.

We spoke to farmer and educator Patrick Muhammad to get a better understanding of how these colored eggs differ from one ...

A common misconception is that brown eggs are healthier and more natural than white eggs, with some even believing that white ...

Research the breeds you might want. Adult bird size, egg laying frequency, temperament, and heat/cold tolerance are all important factors. Are they good mamas if you want them to raise baby chicks?

Danielle Wainwright of Clover Valley Farm in New Jersey says the demand for eggs is so high right now her farm can't keep up.

​Here are a few facts about egg laying chickens: 1. Breeds for Egg Production – Popular laying breeds include White Leghorns ...

Welsummer chickens are a dual-purpose breed and lay about 200 eggs per year. Their eggs are colored a warm, terra-cotta brown color and often have dark speckles on them. The breed originated in ...

If you want to start your own chicken coop, you will have lots of options. Renee Brandt has over 40 types of chickens.

The chicken or the egg ... Hens with white earlobes typically lay white or lightly-colored eggs. For hens with red earlobes, they typically lay brown eggs. However, there is an egg-ception ...