Outdoor runs can support natural chicken behavior, but they also change parasite, wildlife, predator, and biosecurity risks. This review explains how design and daily management shape the tradeoffs.

Parasites are common in backyard poultry, but guessing is not a plan. This review explains Alabama flock data on coccidia, worms, and other intestinal organisms.

What do backyard chickens actually die from when submitted to diagnostic labs? This review explains a multi-state mortality study—and what it means for protecting your flock.