2026 Chick Thread!

[The Bougie Coop]

I was just about to ask where you got your barnevelders from because I als ordered barnevelders last year and both died from what I can only describe as failure to thrive :/ it made me wonder if the breed was more susceptible to health issues

I have read that Barnies can be more prone to Marek’s but don’t know jow accurate that is. I wonder where Meyer’s parent stock came from. I hatched out some DSL Barnies and they are doing very well at 5 weeks now.

 

[Windy Wings]

1. What breeds are you getting?

2. How many?

3. Are you hatching, getting day olds or started pullets?

4. Are you going to raise them yourself or let a broody do it for you?

Go wild and when the time comes, post pictures!

1. Looking for suggestions, hopefully some that lay fun-colored eggs!
2. No idea...probably not 19 this time tho.
3. Day olds!
4. Raise them like I did with my others, though this time with more experience

 

[FrostRanger]

1. Looking for suggestions, hopefully some that lay fun-colored eggs!
2. No idea...probably not 19 this time tho.
3. Day olds!
4. Raise them like I did with my others, though this time with more experience

Can't go wrong with easter eggers IMO, especially if you want colorful eggs!

 

[WhatsUpDuck]

We ordered our chicks today! LORD JESUS willing we will have 17 chicks in August