What’s in your coop? You’ve likely faced the hotly contested decision: heritage breeds or hybrid chickens? This isn’t just about choosing the prettiest chicken—your choice impacts everything from egg production to lifespan. What side are you on? Let’s get this heated debate started! Heritage Breeds: Pros and Cons Heritage chicken breeds adhere to specific standards […]
The Amberlink chicken is not only a champion egg layer but also incredibly easy to keep, even if you’re new to chicken keeping. They will bring you loads of eggs, a bunch of personality, and great backyard company. Amberlink Chicken Amberlink hens lay 270 eggs per year Start laying at early age Hardy in all […]
Introducing the Steele Egger, a hybrid chicken born from the creative vision of Lisa Steele, the creator behind the ‘Fresh Eggs Daily’ blog. Exclusively available at Meyer Hatchery, this chicken turns heads with its captivating blue, green, and occasionally tan eggs. Characteristics The Steele Egger, carefully bred for its good looks, comes in blue or […]
If you’re looking to add some flair to your flock, the Japanese Bantam, or Chabo, is going to bring plenty of that. It has the shortest legs and a high-reaching tail, making it look like a petite powerhouse. In this breed, it’s not about the eggs, but about adding some class to the coop! Characteristics […]
Most popular chicken breeds in America
Pekin Bantams are soaring in popularity, and it’s no surprise why! With their delightful demeanor, pleasant nature, and undeniable cuteness, they’re capturing hearts everywhere. These small chickens are particularly popular among families with children, who adore having them as pet chickens. Pekin Bantams, sometimes called Cochin Bantams, might lead you to believe they’re the bantam […]
With its unique appearance, rareness, and culinary excellence, the Dong Tao chicken is nothing like the average backyard chicken.
Have you ever heard about American Bresse? If you haven’t, it is likely because this poultry breed isn’t that common in the US and Canada. It is the US take on the famous French Bresse chicken breed, known as one of the tastiest chickens ever. Besides having an exceptional taste, American Bresse is a decent […]
Discover the Svart Hona, Sweden’s intriguing contribution to the poultry world. Known for its all-black appearance and resilient nature, the Swedish Black Hen embodies a remarkable blend of mystery and adaptability. Let’s go over it’s main takeaways. Eggs Between 80-100 eggs yearly Egg Color White Egg Size Small Weight 3 lbs – 4 lbs Hardiness […]
