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    If you have an established line of birds, is it bad to outcross without good reason?

    Hi guys, This question is for the experienced breeders out their. I am beginning to start into breeding Plymouth rocks and I am confused about outcrossing. I have been reading up on related topics and I am confused because some people say to start into breeding with totally unrelated...
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    What happens if you cross a White Rock with a Silver Penciled Rock

    Hi guys, I am looking for a way to bring up size on my Silver Penciled Rocks. I have considered Dark Brahmas, but that would be crossing outside the breed. I think that the best option would be a good Columbian Rock, but I am looking for something that is a little more common. The Silver...
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    Genetics of crossing Silver Penciled and Partridge Plymouth Rocks

    Hi, my project that I am starting is going to involve crossing an existing show quality strain of Silver Penciled Rocks with Hatchery Partridge Rocks to hopefully bring up the quality of the Partridge. Does anyone have experience with the genetics envolved in this cross? What procedure should I...
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    What are the differences between raising chickens and turkeys from hatching eggs

    Hi, I have only ever had chickens that I raised from babies. I have heard that young turkeys are more sensitive to conditions and can also be a little dumb. :) What are the general things I should know in order to raise turkeys from hatching eggs? Thanks
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    How do you keep hawks from killing your chickens

    Does anyone know how to discourage hawks from attacking free range chickens? Thanks in advance
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    I am looking for someone who still has show quality Partridge Rocks from Dick Horstman's line

    Hi all, I am in the market for some Show quality Partridge Plymouth Rocks. I am specifically looking for someone who is willing to ship eggs or lives within a couple of hours drive of western PA. I am trying to get some of the best stock, preferably from Dick Horstman's old line which came...
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    Just Getting Started

    (1) Are you new to chickens / when did you first get chickens? I have had chickens for around 15 years so I am not totally ignorant. (2) How many chickens do you have right now? I currently only have 25 new chicks. (3) What breeds do you have? I currently have New Hampshire and Silver...
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