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'Yeah, I realize I've gone into the deep end here with the Malines. It just sounded like the perfect breed for us for the meat. These are 11-13 lb birds. The fat is spread throughout the muscle, not just over top of it. Perfect for free range. There are few faults in my eyes about this breed, if they are everything the breeders say about them. I believe if they can be brought back from near extinction, they would be very popular. I just learned that another man who had bought a trio of them back in December, has found another flock. I will contact Bart & get his recommendations. Thanks to everyone for your timely responses!
Well, if they work for you over time, that's great. Otherwise, you could do an awesome job with some Jersey Giants. You can enjoy them in more spheres, and they're definitely in need of champions who are willing to raise them in number for meat purposes.