Raising chickens for their eggs has some costs and takes time and patience

Chicken coop in back yard in residential area. (Adobe Stock │ #217759075 - annebel146)

The high price of eggs has caused some people to start their own backyard flocks. But before getting your first chick, there are a slew of things to consider before the first egg is laid. LSU AgCenter reporter Craig Gautreaux has the story.