Backyard Chickens Food Safety & Egg Production

Thinking about raising chickens in the city—or already have a backyard flock? Join us for an in-person workshop focused on safe, responsible egg production right here in Detroit.

Led by MSU instructor Francine Vercese Czerniawski, Ph.D., this session will walk you through best practices for producing, handling, and processing eggs from backyard chicken flocks in an urban environment. Whether you’re collecting eggs from your own hens, considering starting a flock, or sourcing from neighbors, this workshop will help you understand how to do it safely and confidently.

This session focuses on egg-laying flocks and the unique considerations of raising chickens within city limits. There will be limited discussion of meat production, as it relates to animal ordinance regulations in the city of Detroit.

📍 Location: Brightmoor Artisans Collective 22735 Fenkell Ave. Detroit MI 48223 (in-person)

Who should attend:

• Current backyard chicken keepers

• Detroit residents considering starting a flock

• Anyone interested in sourcing eggs locally

Come with questions and leave with practical, science-based guidance you can actually use.

Spots are limited—register today to reserve your place!

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Host or Publisher Rachel Meeker, BAC Program Coordinator