Chicken Breeds – DIY Chicken Coop Plans

7 Cold Hardy Chicken Breeds

John White — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 17:44:28 +0000

If you want eggs all year long but live in an area with harsh winters, you will need cold hardy chickens. A chicken is considered cold hardy if it can weather frigid temperatures, and it may even produce eggs, but do so at a lower rate. There are a few different characteristics that help make ... Read more 7 Cold Hardy Chicken Breeds

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Freedom Rangers: A Meat Bird Alternative

John White — Thu, 07 Jul 2016 16:10:07 +0000

A few months back, a customer emailed us wondering about “Freedom Ranger” chickens. A friend of his was raising them and he was curious. I had never heard of them and got curious, too. So I started doing some research. The name gets your attention, doesn’t it? Makes you think of America, and self sufficiency, ... Read more Freedom Rangers: A Meat Bird Alternative

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Best Beginner Chicken Breeds

John White — Sat, 27 Jul 2013 02:20:42 +0000

There are hundreds of different chicken breeds out there from which to choose. Large or small? Meat, eggs, dual-purpose, or merely for looks? Colors, shapes, sizes, feather designs, temperaments, hardiness, and personalities vary just as much. A beginner’s mistake when raising chickens is to set one’s heart on a particular breed without knowing much about ... Read more Best Beginner Chicken Breeds

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Now Here’s a Bird That Stands Out From the Crowd! The Golden Laced Polish Chicken

John White — Fri, 28 Jun 2013 18:22:18 +0000

This bird’s wild feathered top hat, or bouffant, is probably the first thing you’ll notice about him. He bumbles around the chicken run, his feathered fringe partially obscuring his vision and causing him to bump into things and startle. The birds big personality is another noticeable trait, making this breed prized for their personalities as ... Read more Now Here’s a Bird That Stands Out From the Crowd! The Golden Laced Polish Chicken

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Golden Campine Chickens

John White — Fri, 28 Jun 2013 17:39:55 +0000

One of the more interesting birds on the block is the Golden Campine. The Golden Campine’s striking golden head, white ears, perky upright tail, and beautiful barred body create an unusual and strikingly beautiful bird. Originally from Belgium, the Golden Campine is also an excellent layer. This rare breed would make a unique addition to ... Read more Golden Campine Chickens

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What are Sex-Link Chickens?

John White — Sat, 25 May 2013 03:18:14 +0000

When one orders a batch of young chicks, they can generally expect at least half of the birds to be male. For those who wish to raise chickens for eggs and don’t have the space or desire to deal with roosters, this can be a problem. Out of 25 chicks, who wants to deal with ... Read more What are Sex-Link Chickens?

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What Exactly Is a Bantam Breed?

John White — Sat, 18 May 2013 01:24:10 +0000

If you’ve spent any time researching chicken breeds, you’ve likely come across the term “bantam.” The tiny Booted Bantam is pretty, sweet-tempered, and makes a great pet. The showy Japanese Bantam doesn’t serve much of a purpose for eggs or meat, but is a great pet and show bird who will happily rid the yard ... Read more What Exactly Is a Bantam Breed?

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Best Chicken Breeds for Beginners

John White — Sun, 12 May 2013 01:51:43 +0000

“We see a thousand miracles around us every day,” American clergymen, writer, and Christian radio broadcaster S. Parkes Cadman once said, “What is more supernatural than an egg yolk turning into a chicken?” It is indeed an incredible feat to witness. Children can learn so much from the incredible miracle that is an egg hatching ... Read more Best Chicken Breeds for Beginners

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Raising Araucana Chickens

John White — Mon, 06 May 2013 11:17:00 +0000

A Heritage Breed that originated from Chile, the Araucana Chicken is most well-known for its unique eggs. Ranging in colors from blue or green to pink or yellow, their eggs are prized and were advertised in the 1970s as the ultimate Easter eggs. This breed is also unique because of its lack of a tail. ... Read more Raising Araucana Chickens

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Raising Rhode Island Red Chickens

John White — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 23:25:31 +0000

The state bird of Rhode Island and the quintessential American, old-fashioned chicken, the Rhode Island Red has a lot to offer. This large bird is an excellent layer known for its bright red single comb and its red coloring. It was once one of the most popular chicken breeds in the United States, although its ... Read more Raising Rhode Island Red Chickens

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