Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about commodities through a four-decade lens of experience. The high cost of eggs and the arrival of spring is generating ...

Backyard chicken ownership is becoming more popular in the U.S., and some Illinois municipalities allow the practice, with regulations. Although backyard chickens are a popular choice, they’re not ...

Backyard chickens are increasing in popularity due to high egg prices, but they may not be cost-effective for everyone. Before getting chickens, consider local regulations, time and labor commitments ...

NEW YORK — Thinking about backyard chickens as egg prices soar? Think hard, especially in light of the bird flu outbreak. Keeping home chickens as a pastime has continued to grow since the pandemic.