Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about commodities through a four-decade lens of experience. The high cost of eggs and the arrival of spring is generating ...

At Evanston Township High School, Tyrone spent the fall protecting his flock. The rooster would make sure all eight of the hens at the school ate first, according to ETHS science teacher Ellen Fierer.

Chickens are fascinating and extremely intelligent and deeply emotional sentient beings with unique personalities. Many people often blow them off as being dumb and unfeeling, but this sweeping ...

This week, we’ve called on our favorite expert pet owners to answer your questions about the unruly critters in your life. Faux Paws is Slate’s pet advice column. Submit questions here. Dear Faux Paws ...