Breeding question.

[Amer]

https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/inbreeding-not-as-bad-as-it-may-seem.74335/
Inbreeding is essentially multiplying genes. If you start with good birds, keep multiplying those good genes. Outcrossing would wreak that. But if they are poor, you will multiply the poor genes. That is when you want genetically diverse stock

 

[Amer]

I believe by from an established strain and when you mess up because you will as you learn to breed the strain from same source and select one that is strong in the area you are weak in.
Chickens are not dogs cats horses or goats etc forget everything you learned from breeding them.
It’s a whole different world of breeding.
Having to get genetic diversity is just another way of saying I messed up in breeding pens.
I inbreed constantly because that’s how to get recessive traits to show up to be eliminated.
My line New Hampshire Bantam from 1980 revolved around #255 he was main breeder for 9.5 years until a dog killed him.
Offspring down to great great great grandchildren for 9.5 years.
Never lost size fertility egg production fast feathering or maturity.
Here it’s 2021 and still inbreeding his offspring.
Pen# 6 best pairing half brother sister.
They are livestock first and foremost and treated that way.
One thing about inbreeding if you mess up and I always do that is when 4+ year old hens and cocks come in handy.
I always maintain everyone sets up their own breeding program.
Mainly enjoy your chickens

Now there’s somebody with experience!