Some Americans are turning to backyard chickens amid rising egg prices.

NEW YORK — Thinking about backyard chickens as egg prices soar? Think hard, especially in light of the bird flu outbreak.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As egg prices skyrocket, people raising chickens are grateful to have their own supply conveniently located in their backyard.

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Egg prices have been making headlines for more than a year now, largely thanks to an uptick in the avian flu affecting flocks all over the U.S. and West Michigan. That outbreak ...

Consumers nationwide are facing egg shortages at retail stores, leading to purchasing restrictions and sky-high prices when they are in stock. The cost of eggs surged by 15.2% in January, according to ...

Kristan Marchewka’s chickens gather for food. As egg prices rise many are looking to raise their own chickens, but experienced chicken farmers say it is ultimately an impractical and more costly ...

JAMESTOWN, S.C. (WCBD) – For local farmers raising poultry, making a quality product costs more than someone may think. Rebecca Bills and her family raise dozens of chickens at R&R Acres in Jamestown.

In recent years, there has been a significant shift towards self-sufficiency and sustainability in food production. With rising grocery prices, concerns about the quality of store-bought food, and the ...

CNN commentator Scott Jennings shares news with panelists that he has nearly three dozen chickens that lay eggs. CNN host Kasie Hunt asks: "Seriously, is this realistic? Like, is this a realistic ...

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YOUR AREA. A BIRD FLU HAS HIT THE EGG INDUSTRY SO HARD SOME ARE BUYING THEIR OWN CHICKENS NOW. HOWEVER, EXPERTS SAY RAISING YOUR OWN CHICKENS WON’T SAVE YOU MUCH MONEY. ACTUALLY, A LIVESTOCK ...