Pure breeds, hybrids ... how did we end up with such a range of chickens? Andy Cawthray explains

Growing disquiet over the slaughter of male chicks is forcing egg producers to change their ways, writes Andy Cawthray

Kitchen scraps are off the menu for chickens, but you can still grow food for your birds, writes Andy Cawthray

It may seem like good way of saving on your feed bill, but serving up kitchen waste to your chickens is illegal, warns Andy Cawthray

Are your flock potential prizewinners? Poultry expert Andy Cawthray on how to prepare chickens for showing

You've got the chickens, now collect the art. Andy Cawthray on poultry-themed paintings

You may feel a warm glow of pride when you buy free range eggs, but where do the eggs in your food come from? Andy Cawthray on a campaign to improve hen welfare

Just how intelligent are chickens? Whatever the answer, don't compare them to a toddler, writes Andy Cawthray

When things go wrong, it's vital to have the right kit. Andy Cawthray lists the equipment every backyard chicken owner should keep to hand

If you've tried chicken keeping, why not gives ducks a go, writes Andy Cawthray

If you're looking for a bird that can give you eggs and meat, look no further than the Ixworth, writes Andy Cawthray

Don't dismiss chickens as bird-brained – they really do have personalities, writes Andy Cawthray

Snow may add to the chicken keeper's toil, but it also offers a chance to spot potential problems, writes Andy Cawthray

If your chickens are looking bedraggled, it's time to check for something more serious than a few wet feathers, warns Andy Cawthray

Poorly chicken? Tracking down a vet who specialises in poultry can be tricky, writes Andy Cawthray

For an insight into the eccentric world of poultry, there's nowhere better than the national championship show, writes Andy Cawthray

Poultry expert Andy Cawthray knows how a chicken should look - but can he recreate one using willow?

This year's unpredictable weather has been hard on my hatchlings, writes poultry expert Andy Cawthray

Foxes love a chicken dinner, but how do you keep them at bay? Andy Cawthray shares his tips on making sure your flock is safe

There is much to be gained from rehoming commercial hens, but be mindful of the drawbacks, says Andy Cawthray