Backyard chickens gain popularity in Central Florida amid high egg prices

Hudson Bend woman raises duck eggs as chicken egg alternative

TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — As the price of eggs continues to rise, backyard farmer Trisha Peterson said raising her own flock of ducks has kept costs low for her household. As the avian influenza, or bird flu, has contributed to rising egg costs, Peterson said she's taking precautions to keep her ducks safe. Peterson said she started raising her flock of 10 duck hens two years ago. She said she has spent that time keeping a close eye on the c…

Backyard chickens gain popularity in Central Florida amid high egg prices

As egg prices soar, more Central Floridians are turning to backyard chickens.

High egg prices have people looking to raise backyard chickens

By Erika Craven Click here for updates on this story     HAMPTON, Virginia (WTKR) — Eggs at the grocery store are going up in price, in part due to bird flu outbreaks across the country. That price hike has some people considering backyard chickens, which have become more mainstream in recent years. “[Interest] seems to have increased. During COVID, there was a big spike because people were home and they were able to be with their chicks because…

Soaring egg prices are piquing interest in backyard chickens. Experts warn to think it through - Legalization Profiles

Afraid of backyard hens because of the skyrocketing cost of eggs? Give it careful thought, particularly in view of the avian flu pandemic. Since the epidemic, raising chickens at home has been an increasingly popular hobby. However, if you want eggs, keep in mind that raising hens and keeping them safe from bird flu requires preparation and money. Prices could be far higher than the $4.15 per dozen national average for commercial eggs sold in De…