AZ Animals on MSN

6 chicken breeds that are perfect for children

In general, chickens make amazing pets. Getting chickens “for the kids” is a heartwarming idea that conjures up images of sun ...
WVXU

Why raise quail instead of chickens? Ohio homesteaders explain pros and cons

People have been flocking to raise backyard chickens in recent years. But raising these birds at home is not for everyone. An ...
Birds & Blooms on MSN

Bird-watching for beginners: Start identifying birds

Ready to learn about bird-watching for beginners? Grab binoculars and a field guide, connect with other birders, then go see ...

Still Throwing Away Food Scraps? This Is Your Sign to Start Composting Now

If you haven’t started your composting journey, consider this your sign to begin. Turning your kitchen scraps and backyard ...
owensborotimes

Bird flu confirmed in Kentucky: Backyard and commercial chicken farmers urged to tighten biosecurity

A confirmed case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a backyard poultry flock in Jessamine County is raising alarms across the state, and agriculture officials are urging both backyard ...
The Daily Gazette

Seminar focuses on beginner farmers

ACRA — Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia and Greene Counties has a seminar aimed at new and beginning farmers. The seminar will be held Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., at ...