Howdy From Colorado!

[MountainMeadows]

I was so excited when I found this site the other day while doing research on chicken breeds. This seems like a wonderful community and I look forward to becoming a part of it.

My family had 3 Barred Rocks when I was growing up and I recently moved onto some land in the country and will be able to raise chickens of my own!

I am getting Barred Rocks and Black Australorps. I would also like to get some Buff Orpingtons if the local feed will be getting some as well. I live in the mountains of Northern Colorado, but from what I've read these breeds can handle cold winters.

Should I get more Australorps or more Barred Rocks? Or half and half?

Thanks in advance for your input! And Happy Easter!

 

[drumstick diva]

 

[sourland]

The three breeds that you mention are good producers of large brown eggs - any or all should suit your purposes. A mixed flock is a pretty thing to see - welcome to BYC.

 

[wvWyandotte]

Hi from WV, I'm new to the site also, lots of info here! As far as which chickens to get.....I don't know. I would go with Barred Rocks if you don't have any, but that's just me. I am waiting on my babies to get here, Columbian and Blue Laced Red Wyandottes.

 

[redsoxs]

Greetings from Kansas, MountainMeadows, and

! Great to have you with us! In my opinion you can't go wrong with any of the breeds you mentioned - in any combination. As sourland stated, mixed flocks are great. Best of luck to you!

 

[Kevin565]

 

[weimarmama]

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from Alabama. Glad you joined us.

 

[Mr MKK FARMS]

Welcome to BYC!!

Glad you joined us!!