The team investigate the case of a murdered chicken farmer. Meanwhile, Angela is bothered by the farm's practices and launches her own animal-rights campaign.

Booth's grandfather Hank comes to live with him and tags along as Brennan and Booth investigate ashes and charred remains found by a real estate agent while showing a property to prospective buyers. Meanwhile, Hank tries to play matchmaker for Booth and lets Brennan in on some family secrets.