First Run of Cornish Cross Meat Birds and Super Excited!

[Molpet]

that is soo true! it seems that the strain of CX makes all the difference, that and feeding/ranging routines. unfortunately we are limited to a back yard with a neighbor to the north who is not keen on my urban homestead ways so I have to raise the birds in a second level in the coop, out of his line of sight. they are really quite nicely mannered birds. the line we got is quite lively and after reading up on the suggestions, I place all food and water up off the ground so that they have to stand to drink and eat, which helps keep them from turning into "toads". I have been working with my kids to come to an understanding that we can be kind and gentle to these birds, even though we are going to eat them.

I applaud you for finding a way to raise healthy food for your family... some one posted "even meat birds need love" ... but it sure is hard when the time comes.

 

[JRNash]

These are the ones that missed the bus. You will have to excuse their dirty appearance,its from the wet muddy conditions.

 

[JRNash]

 

[JRNash]

made the picture bigger
The poor picture quality doesn't fo the birds justice.
They are really trim fit birds.

 

[JRNash]

Got stung by a wasp for my troubles

 

[duluthralphie]

I can understand your mud mess, I have been fighting mud myself, there is only so much you can do. Nice looking birds.

 

[JRNash]

Thanks Ralph,mud and bugs.aaaaarrrrgggggg

 

[JRNash]

Should have seen them playing chase with a slice of bread. They can really shake a leg when they want too

 

[Dave C]

made the picture bigger
The poor picture quality doesn't fo the birds justice.
They are really trim fit birds.

Looking good JR

What age are they now ?

 

[JRNash]

Dave I think they are around 7weeks.