The Heritage Rhode Island Red Site

[EweSheep]

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Unfortunately I believe that the breed is long gone.
The breed was to be a huge fowl at up to 15 lbs for cocks and 10 lbs for hens.

Chris

 

[Robert Blosl]

I think there is at least two or three people on this web site that has Mr. Bennetts Reds. I am sure if they read this message or thier friends see this they will come forward.

There are also about four people I know that have good type and color Single Comb Reds. If you need a start you can get some good stock.

If you dont want to show them and just want a good stain that even makes it easyer. There are at least four more people who could help you. Some of these people are in year one of their program. They may have some birds to sell in the spring. They will keep say 8 for breeders and share 8 to 12 with others. The all will be good breeders.

There is just not a lot of folks out there who have good old fashion Large Fowl Reds and we may have to wait a year so the numbers get up.

This is a good thing as people want to help breed this old breed up . bob

 

[mothergoose]

OK, here is a few more photos...I think I will be taking last prize in the photography contest...but at least it is a bit closer shot of some of the hens. My battery died on the camera so it is charging now. I will try again after it charges.

Christie

 

[mississippifarmboy]

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Just wanted to add my 2 cents. I emailed Mr. Bennet several months ago about aquiring some of his stock, and although he is booked up for this year he did refer me to another breeder with his line that might have stock for sale later this year. A very nice gentleman and very helpful. It was a pleasure corisponding with him.
I am currently having health problems, but am hopeing to find some LF good stock (Heritage) single comb Rhode Island Reds later in the spring once I'm able to be out and about again.

 

[Robert Blosl]

You have a very nice strain of large fowl reds. This cross you made has clicked very well. Hoepfully, you can take some pictures of your birds side ways to show their tail angle and the lenth of thier body. Thanks for sharing your pictures. bob

 

[Rebecky54]

I just joined this thread as I'm looking for a heritage breed this spring. I've been thinking of Buckeye's or RC RIR's. Since I live in North Dakota, I think the RC would be best. I am trying to move from "chicken raiser" to "chicken breeder" but I can't/won't show -- too far to shows and too much $$. It seems to me that Buckeyes really aren't rare anymore, is that observation correct? Are RC RIR's a good dual purpose bird for a hobbyist? I want to breed to SOP but also have eggs, meat and stress relief.

So, please send your thoughts and a good source of birds. I'm leaning toward Duane Urch since he's "next door" in Minnesota.

Thanks,

Becky

 

[Robert Blosl]

When you get eggs this year for R I Reds will you get some like these?

Want to see some supper chicken pens? Mike has some of the best I have seen. bob

 

[Robert Blosl]

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Mr. Urch would be my choice. I have seen his rose combs and they are above average there are very few rose combs today.bob Onece you get some next year you have to help us share your birds with new folks who will want this breed. bob

 

[HallFamilyFarm]

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Mr. Urch would be my choice. I have seen his rose combs and they are above average there are very few rose combs today.bob Onece you get some next year you have to help us share your birds with new folks who will want this breed. bob

Hey, here is a thought for Rebecky54: Order half Buckeye and half RCRIR from Urch. Then you can decide on your own and sell the breed you care less for.

 

[Robert Blosl]

Bob, I still have 16 roos and 25 hens of Mr. Bennetts 50 chicks I got last year.

This fellow will have I hope some eggs to share or chicks latter this sping.

Has anyone heard if Mr. Bennett is booked for the year on chicks. BOB