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Getting Started with Backyard Chickens

By: Katie Bigley

With egg prices soaring, many are turning to backyard chickens as a sustainable solution. Raising chickens is more than just collecting eggs, it’s a big commitment! I’ve teamed up with Leon Obert, the store manager of the Quincy Farm & Home Supply, to help provide some useful information for the first-time chick owner.

Initial Supplies and Costs – If you are considering owning chicks, it’s important to understand the cost associated with raising chickens and familiarize yourself with the initial supplies you will need before bringing them home.

Some essential supplies