Oh yes, on the egg color thing...If you want a varied egg basket, you would likely need to have one dual purpose breed, plus some hens of other breeds to mix it up a bit. For example, if you choose the Delawares, adding in a few Welsummers, Marans, and Ameraucanas, would give you what you're liking for in your egg basket. ![Wink ;) ;)](/styles/byc-smilies/wink.png)
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