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Copyright Year: 2009

From the rooftop terraces of New York City to the sprawling lawns of rural America, the backyard chicken movement has taken hold and is making a massive impact among city dwellers and country folk alike. As the authority on rural know-how, GRIT magazine has long been leading the charge and is now proud to introduce its special Guide to Backyard Chickens.

At 100 full-color pages, this one-of-a-kind reference book is designed to arm you with all the information needed to enjoy the simple country pleasures of farm-fresh eggs and poultry, straight from your own backyard.

GRIT's Guide to Backyard Chickens includes an extensive collection of relevant articles, including:

• Raise a flock from mail-order chicks.
• Top tips for keeping your flock healthy.
• What to do with all those delicious eggs: recipes galore.
• Guide to controlling ticks and other backyard pests.
• Enjoy fresh eggs all year long.
• Top tips for keeping your flock safe from predators.
• Chicken coop and chick brooder plans.
• How to hatch fertile eggs to replenish the flock.
• Save money by growing your own meat.
• Choose the right chicken breed.
• Raise chickens in the city.