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Avian, Backyard Birds, Chicken Chatter, Chickens, Lacey, Lacey Vilhauer, Livestock, Poultry

Breaking down the breed: Brahma 

Learn about Brahma chickens, a large, cold-hardy dual-purpose breed known for gentle temperaments, winter egg production and distinctive feathering. Read More

Naturally colored eggs are the result of hybrid crosses of birds. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)
Chickens, Dave Bergmeier, Editors, Livestock, Poultry

WASDE: Broiler production helps boost meat outlook

Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.
Avian, Chickens, Dave Bergmeier, Editors, Livestock, Poultry, USDA

USDA: Poultry production expectations raised for 2027

Many fresh eggs at the market. (Photo: Adobe Stock │ #295334887 - Andrea Izzotti)

Egg prices fall to 2023 levels, but won’t last for long

  • February 23, 2026
  • By Mary Hightower │ U of A System Division of Agriculture
Farmer collects eggs at eco poultry farm, free range chicken farm (Photo: iStock - Sergii Kolesnikov)

Maximizing egg production: tips and tricks for getting the most out of your chickens

  • August 19, 2024
  • By Joanna Starkey │ HPJ Staff

Protect your backyard birds from avian influenza

  • April 8, 2024
  • By Lacey Vilhauer
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Livestock markets to have several positives, according to WASDE

  • January 19, 2024
  • By dave-bergmeier

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