What are the "assorted red pullets" at tractor supply?

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I was just at my local TSC asking the same question, I got was " I know they're alive and they're chickens" That was all the information the breeder sent.
 
Haha ok well how do u tell the difference between the different breeds in that bin?!
 
Jdc361 said:
Haha ok well how do u tell the difference between the different breeds in that bin?!
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As I stated in my earlier post, when the red birds are not labeled, it's very difficult to tell them apart until they get older. The Red Sex Link pullets will have a white underfluff, and as they age, they will typically develop white feathers in the tail. The Production Reds, and hatchery quality Rhode Island Reds will lack the white underfluff and the tail feathers will either remain red or turn black. Practically speaking, there is really no difference between Production Reds and hatchery quality Rhode Island Reds and New Hampshires, unlike APA quality RIRs and NHs, which have deeper bodies and either mahogany feathers in the case of the RIRs or chestnut feathers in the case of the New Hampshires. The good news is that no matter what you end up with from that red bird bin, they should be excellent layers.
 
Mtnmnstr said:
I was just at my local TSC asking the same question, I got was " I know they're alive and they're chickens" That was all the information the breeder sent.
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That is actually a very good response. They alive, healthy, good laying potential and they're reddish, rust colored chickens.

Jdc361 said:
Haha ok well how do u tell the difference between the different breeds in that bin?!
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Few of these "red pullets" are any "breed", as in sanctioned breeds by the APA anyhow. They are reddish egg laying specialists and not really intended for those who care deeply about breeds. They aren't any breed, as in Standard bred birds anyhow. If breed is really important to you, seeking a highly respected breeder (not just a propagator) is who you should seek out, not a bin at a feedstore. Just the reality of things.

If you want tons of eggs, early and often, a commercial "red" pullet is exactly what you want.
 
Well I have heard that new hampshires are not the best layers because they have been bred more for meat production. Is that true?
 

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