In Lebanon, Mo., remains one of the few “hobby hatcheries” in the nation. Cackle Hatchery is a third generation family owned-and-operated hatchery in Lebanon offering over 193 varieties of poultry.

The sound of peeping, fuzzy, freshly-hatched chicks drifts through Cackle Hatchery in Lebanon, Missouri. It’s a busy time for third-generation owner Jeff Smith. For hatchery season, which occurs from ...

Off a long dirt road in Havana surrounded by forest is a treasure trove of chickens. Yes, you read that right. GreenFire Farms is run by Tallahassee-based Paul Bradshaw, a local lobbyist. He breeds ...