I have a few roos coming this spring. I don't just want to let them out with the flock because I want to be systematic and know which roo mated with which hen to form which offspring. Hopefully I will then be able to improve the flock.
What I can't wrap my brain around is exactly how to do it. I have some 50 gallon barrels that will make good rooster houses with a little fencing around them. I can put the hen in with the roo. I also have a chicken tractor (and can make another one) for broody hens. But then what? Is there any way to do this systematically with a free-range flock?
Any advice or descriptions of your breeding facilities would be most appreciated.
Erika
What I can't wrap my brain around is exactly how to do it. I have some 50 gallon barrels that will make good rooster houses with a little fencing around them. I can put the hen in with the roo. I also have a chicken tractor (and can make another one) for broody hens. But then what? Is there any way to do this systematically with a free-range flock?
Any advice or descriptions of your breeding facilities would be most appreciated.
Erika