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My source was a hatchery. I didn't want hatchery chickens, but I've been really surprised what good chickens they are. The co-op advertised pullets of my breed, so I got 20 thinking 40% or so would be roos (which I would get rid of). 100% pullets. Now I'm swamped with chickens. Even for the same...

Charles, maybe I'll get there someday, but record keeping isn't for me now. eggbert, thx.

All of that would be too problematic for me. It's a closed flock. Any additions will be new homegrown chicks. What would you recommend in that case? Bringing in new roosters every 10 years or less?

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I have 3 roosters from one source and a bunch of hens from another. All the same breed. Do I have to be concerned about inbreeding? These aren't for show or anything. Just yard chickens.