Are you building a chicken coop in your backyard? Here's what aspiring chicken keeps need to plan for

There are more than 85 million backyard chickens in the United States. Here's what you need to know before starting your own flock.

Raising backyard chickens in 2026: How to build a chicken coop for beginners with no farm experience

Backyard chickens are now America's third most popular pet - here's how to start your own flock from scratch.
Southwest Times Record

Fresh eggs at home? What to consider before getting chickens

Before setting up a backyard coop, check local ordinances for any restrictions on raising chickens. Coops need adequate space, ventilation and predator protection to ensure the health and safety of ...
New York Post

More Americans build chicken coops at home to save on eggs — here’s what experts want you to know

Interest in chicken coops is up among Americans in search of a more affordable way to consume eggs. More people are searching for do-it-yourself chicken coops and purchasing from retailers frequently, ...
East Valley Tribune

Gilbert man’s coops give chickens a homey feel

Gilbert resident Alex Verkruijsse figures that because chickens like Red, above, know home is where the coop is, the birds might like fancier digs to lay their eggs. So, Verkruijsse started Chick Inn ...
Raleigh News & Observer

Are you building a chicken coop in your backyard? Here’s what aspiring chicken keeps need to plan for

A free range chicken is pictured at a farm in Strathkinness, Fife in Scotland. CARL DE SOUZA CARL DE SOUZA/AFP via Getty Images So you’re thinking about getting backyard chickens. Maybe a neighbor has ...