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    “Run” Vs. “Coop” in relation to square feet per bird.

    Yeah, I’ve done meat birds before. Delaware were bred to be meat birds and some lines still mature to between 6.5 and 8.5lbs at just 14 weeks. They don’t have the genetic conditions Cornish cross do and still have white skin so they process beautifully. They taste much better than cornish...
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    “Run” Vs. “Coop” in relation to square feet per bird.

    I’m using large bodied heritage breeds because cornish cross grow so quickly they’re in pain. I won’t do it again.
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    “Run” Vs. “Coop” in relation to square feet per bird.

    Hello everyone, Across the web there are people calling their entire setup a “coop”. It has made it difficult for my (admittedly over-analytical) brain to figure out how much space my birds need inside the closed coop and outside in the covered run. My permanent flock will be chickens of...
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    Welsummer pattern

    Thanks! She’s beautiful. This is just what I needed.
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    Welsummer pattern

    You mentioned you have crossed a Welsummer with a wheaten Ameraucana. I’m doing some research before I start a project with these two breeds/colors. Could you describe what the offspring looked like? Specifically the pullets? Pictures would be an amazing bonus! Thanks for your time.
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