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    Review by 'Becky Shumway' on item 'Black Sex Link chicken'

    "Non-industrial" breeds of chickens should be chosen by the average person who wants to produce/raise their own eggs or meat. Rhode Island Reds, Leghorns, Easter Eggers, New Hampshire Reds, Plymouth Rocks, plus other regular breeds are better choices for the hobbyist.
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    The gene-spliced breeds are not good backyard chickens

    Sorry, but I disagree.
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    The gene-spliced breeds are not good backyard chickens

    I know what hybrids are and Black & Red Stars are not hybrids nor are they crossbreds. They are actually gene-spliced also known as gene-editing and genetically-modified chickens. Two companies that control the genetics of poultry are Cobb-Vantress (owned by Tyson Foods) and Aviagen (see...
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    The gene-spliced breeds are not good backyard chickens

    Yes, I have heard that RIR are aggressive and do better in single breed flocks.
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    The gene-spliced breeds are not good backyard chickens

    In 2022, I purchased 4 Black Star hens. In 2024, I purchased 4 Red Star hens for a total of 8 hens. With the exception of 1 Black Star and 1 Red Star, I have had nothing but trouble (physical and behavioral) with the others. I found out that these Black and Red Star chickens are gene-spliced...
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    Review by 'Becky Shumway' in article 'TREATING SCALY LEG MITES (SLM) ~ WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW'

    I liked the different ways to treat a chicken's legs explainded in the article. All should work well getting rid of mites and nits. I am giving this article a high rating because of the multiple suggested ways to treat SML, and the thorough, detailed instruction with photos.
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