Chicken Laws by City: Can You Keep Chickens in the 50 Largest US Cities?
Can you have chickens in city limits? We checked the codes for the 50 largest US cities: hen limits, rooster bans, permits and coop setbacks.
Category Homestead
Urban homesteading on a regular lot in the suburbs of Atlanta. Six years of backyard chickens — started with seventeen, down to three, and there’s a story behind every one. A garden I’m trying to get better at, cheese made with the wrong acid, and more sourdough starters killed than I can count. The canner is still in the box. It’s never too late to learn. Not a tutorial, and not a farm.
Chicken Breeds Chart: 21 Breeds Compared by Eggs, Color and Hardiness
A printable chicken breeds chart comparing 21 backyard breeds by eggs per year, egg color, cold and heat hardiness and temperament.
Chicken Coop Size Calculator: How Big Should Your Coop Be?
Free chicken coop size calculator. Enter your flock size and breed to get coop, run, roost and nest box sizes based on university extension guidance.
Best States for Homesteading in 2027: All 48 States Ranked
We ranked 48 states for homesteading using USDA farmland prices, cost of living and rainfall. See the full ranking, map, cheapest land and how your state scored.
Egg Prices Today: Average Price of Eggs per Dozen (October 2026 Update)
The average price of a dozen eggs today, with a price of eggs chart back to 2019, egg prices by month and year, store prices at Walmart, Aldi and Costco, and the 2026 forecast.
Horse Statistics: How Many Horses Are in the US in 2026?
How many horses live in the US, what the horse industry is worth, which state has the most horses, what a horse costs and how racing and horse welfare are changing, with charts.
Food Waste Statistics: How Much Food Do Americans Waste in 2026?
How much food Americans waste in 2026, where it comes from, what it costs your household and what actually cuts it, with charts and sources.
How Often Do Chickens Take Dust Baths?
I recently purchased a chicken tractor and after a hawk attack, I have mostly kept my chickens locked in the tractor which is an Omlet Eglu. After a few days, I noticed they were less fluffy and looked thinner. Then…
25 Statistics on Backyard Beekeeping You Want To Know
Backyard beekeeping has emerged as a cornerstone hobby blending sustainability, self sufficiency, and environmental stewardship. As more families embrace off grid living and urban homesteading, keeping bees not only provides fresh honey but also boosts pollination for vegetable gardens and…
Homesteading Statistics & Trends Shaping the Future
Homesteading is booming in 2026, driven by grocery prices, environmental concerns, and a desire for self-sufficiency. From urban micro-homesteads on less than an acre to expansive rural properties, individuals and families are embracing lifestyles that prioritize sustainability, independence, and resilience.…
