In this video, you will learn about the egg industry in Virginia and tips for raising backyard chickens. Then you will learn about how one small farm raises their chickens and markets their eggs. Finally, you will learn how to make an omelet with some tips for cooking this economical and versatile dish with kids.

A highly-pathogenic strain of Avian influenza, or bird flu is currently present in the United States. The outbreak started in early 2022 and continues. So far, the disease has infected both commercial and backyard poultry flocks resulting in the loss of over 90 million birds. It was recently detected in other livestock species, such as dairy cattle, and wildlife. It can transmit to humans. Biosecurity measures could prevent transmission of this disease.