As I research more and more, I'm coming back to the varied Wyandottes. Dual purpose and friendly and varied colors. Plus good foragers for helping work over rotating garden beds and compost.
For in the garden pest control, I'm thinking Indian runner ducks of varied colors. Also egg layers and...
I am not quite ready to buy yet... heck haven't sold the house to buy our property yet... BUT... I have been unable to locate a Sussex breeder as of yet. I love their coloring and so far from what I've read, they seem to be a good chicken for me to start with. I saw the coronation Sussex listed...
Hi. My family is moving to acreage as soon as our house sells and I am trying to learn as much as I can about raising chickens for meat, egg and possible pet status, while waiting for our dream to become a reality. I've read a bit, but am VERY ignorant on the subject still. I'm excited to have...