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  1. Skibum

    Changing Roosters / Genetic Diversity in Closed Flock

    So for going on two years I have kept a closed flock. My decision was in part due to the fact that my first set of birds had some disease that eventually wiped out everyone by year two with my rooster being the only exception. So I restocked from a more reputable hatchery (Mt Healthy) and had...
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    • backyard mix breeding chicks closed flock rainbow basket rooster
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    • Forum: Managing Your Flock
  2. R

    Results with closed flock after disease?

    I’ve seen many many posts on here about handling a sick flock and options to treat/close the flock or cull. I have not seen too many follow up posts regarding those who chose to keep/treat/close their flock I have a flock of 27 chickens that are all a little over a year old. They got sick...
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