Raising Backyard Chickens for Beginners

Cathy Isom has, over the past few days, given you the particulars about various types of chickens for a backyard flock. Today, Cathy has a few tips on raising backyard chickens for beginners. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Raising Backyard Chickens for Beginners Raising backyard chickens may seem pretty easy, but one question you need answered before …

Turkey Prices at Ten Year Low

Ahead of Thanksgiving, turkey prices have hit a ten-year low. A report by Purdue University estimates turkey prices this year for Thanksgiving will average $1.45 per pound. Jayson Lusk, a professor and department head of Purdue’s Department of Agricultural Economics, says lower commodity prices, such as corn and soybeans used to make feed for animals, is “one of the drivers.” …

U.S. Turkey Exports Declining

U.S. turkey products are having a tough time in world export markets. Gary Crawford has the story. U.S. Turkey Exports Declining Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …

Charming Chicken with Big Personality

Cathy Isom continues her series on chickens by telling us a bit about the charming chickens with a big personality known for producing blue eggs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Charming Chicken with Big Personality Cream Legbar chickens are charming small birds with a big personality and several funny little quirks. They sport a fabulous crest on …

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One of the Most Popular Chicken Breeds

In This Land of Ours, Cathy Isom discusses one of the most popular chicken breeds that has been raised and loved for many years. One of the Most Popular Chicken Breeds Orpingtons are one of the most popular chicken breeds that are versatile with good egg-laying and meat-production qualities, as well as exceptional maternal capabilities. Orpingtons also make for wonderful …

New Biosecurity Campaign to Protect Live Poultry

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is launching a new outreach campaign focused on preventing the spread of infectious poultry diseases in both commercial and backyard poultry. Considering the devastating impact of the highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreak in 2014-2015, as well as this year’s outbreak of virulent Newcastle disease, the timing is right …

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Farm Bureau Survey: Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Down for Third Straight Year

The American Farm Bureau Federation’s 33rd annual survey of classic items found on the Thanksgiving Day dinner table indicates the average cost of this year’s feast for 10 is $48.90, or less than $5.00 per person. This is a 22-cent decrease from last year’s average of $49.12. “Since 2015, the average cost of Thanksgiving dinner has declined steadily and is …

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Royalty of the Poultry World

Cathy Isom tells us about the breed of chickens known as the Royalty of the Poultry World. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Royalty of the Poultry World Polish chickens are some of the most interesting looking, yet comical birds, that will ever grace your flock. It could be the colorful crowns on their heads, or the way …

Poultry Worker Safety Record Continues to Improve

Occupational injuries and illnesses in the poultry slaughter and processing workforce have fallen by 83 percent over the last 20 years, showcasing significant progress in workplace safety. According to the 2017 Injury and Illness Report released by the Department of Labor, the decline is continuing, which is a positive development for those navigating a difficult work environment in this industry. …