Predators rarely stumble on backyard chickens by accident. They follow scent, shadows, and easy access, and a poorly placed coop can advertise your flock like a neon sign. By avoiding a few common ...

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 ...

I’ll admit, I jumped on the backyard chicken raising wagon last year. I probably would not have done so if I had joined all the backyard chicken raising groups beforehand. There’s, apparently, a lot ...

Before getting chickens, check local ordinances and HOA rules for permits, lot size, and rooster prohibitions. Chickens require a secure coop to protect them from predators, with adequate indoor and ...

Larimer County Extension specialists Alison O’Connor and Bailey Schilling Recent egg shortages and the high price of eggs have some people wondering if the cost of raising backyard chickens might be ...