I am looking to add to my flock of 21 hens. I live in northern Maine and the climate is cold so it has to be a hearty breed. I sell my eggs so good egg producer is also a must. Any thoughts on what breed I should look into??
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post #2 of 632/7/12 at 4:26pmBlack Australorps, Buff Orpingtons, Plymouth Rocks.-- Linda (AKA: gryeyes)
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Buncha Outdoor PET chickens, ducks, two Toulouse ganders, and four turkeys. Plus 2 wiener dogs, some bunnies and a rescue cat which owns me. Oh. And a house silkie....-- Linda (AKA: gryeyes)
I refuse to fight a battle of wits with an unarmed person.
Buncha Outdoor PET chickens, ducks, two Toulouse ganders, and four turkeys. Plus 2 wiener dogs, some bunnies and a rescue cat which owns me. Oh. And a house silkie....post #3 of 632/7/12 at 10:15pmAnything common or popular will do, but pea combed and rose combed birds do best.
Easter Eggers, Wyandottes, Chantecelers. . .
And then there's common breeds who seem to do well wherever you raise them -
Plymouth Rocks, Orpingtons, Production Reds, Australorps . . .
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Which chicken breed is the best for you?
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! They are one of the nicest and very gentle. You would love them.Ron
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