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Welcome To BYC

BackyardChickens (BYC) has become the #1 resource for those wanting to own chickens: the egg-laying pet that makes you breakfast!

If you're new, start with our most important resources using the links below. After you've explored these sections, you can ask questions in our vibrant and active community discussion forum.

Start Here: How To Raise Chickens

You can also explore the rest of our Learning Center with hundreds of "how to" articles.

Do you already have an established flock, but still have questions about breeds of chickens, egg production, etc? Maybe you just want to share pictures and chat with like-minded peeps? If so, join BYC for FREE here!

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