A small chicken is simply a breed of chicken that is smaller in size than standard breeds. A poussin, on the other hand, is the meat of a young chicken that is less than 28 days old and weighs ...

Cold climate: Brahmas. Brahmas are big, burly chickens that are easy to handle. They’re gentle and people-friendly, reliably lay eggs, and are easy to source. If you’re just dipping a toe into ...

Chickens are the perfect starter livestock for your homestead — whether you have a small backyard in an urban area or 20 acres in the country. Chickens provide eggs, meat and fertilizer, plus ...

Heritage chicken and cattle breeds are generally better suited to small-scale homesteads than many modern livestock breeds. Their tendency to be dual- or even triple-purpose breeds is a noted plus ...

Some breeds need 27 weeks, as opposed to the standard seven weeks, to grow to their full potential. And some studies suggest their lean meat delivers higher levels of protein than industrial chicken.