Cold climate: Black Australorp. These large, dark-colored chickens are pretty friendly and easy to care for, but their claim to fame is their champion egg-laying.

The record-breaking price of eggs has encouraged some people to consider raising chickens in the backyard, but it’s important to do some research before buying those cute little chicks. Raising ...

In addition to selecting the right chicken breeds, there are several other factors that can affect egg production.