I am interested in Penadesencas chicks. I am in Arizona where it is hot. I would prefer to raise dual purpose birds but if they can survive the hot summers then they are keepers. I heard the Black Penadesencas are a dual purpose but if that color has a harder time here then any of the others...
Yes, but maybe I am making it harder then it seems. Is it that easy? All I need to do is make sure I have enough layers and breeders for the next year?
I guess I am worried about inbreeding and crossbreeding. Does it actually work? How many do I need to start with? I have only raised...
I have read books from the library and searched online but I can't find a resource on how to grow meat and eggs from the same flock and have the chickens reproduce to replenish the flock for the next year. I am interested in learning how to raise my chickens to supply my family with eggs and...