Yup, bantams galore, talk to George.
3riverschick -- go with what you HAVE. Continue the line with the son. But I ask you the same question I asked bantams galore. WHY do you want to follow this course of action? No, you don't have to answer the question here. But what you will do using the...
Hmmm, no where did I say "cull the faults." I did say "there is no formula." Culling and selecting a formula (a chart) are NOT the same thing. You need to couple your notes from your discussions with George, and examine your goals. I don't know what George told you. I simply know he has years...
Yes, if they can win 1sts and BB and SC, then you HAVE something with which to begin. You are correct here. Key word is exceptional. You can't produce exceptional birds from average birds no matter what system you use. If you don't SEE the phenotype, it won't simply "pop" out and be there when...
There is no formula for breeding chickens. And, first, you have to have a reason or some goals. Are you breeding for production? Exhibition? Color/genetics reasons? These charts are a guide only once you have an objective. You don't have to follow any of them. Even if you do, you will find that...