Breeds Available for 2026
Black Australorp
A Black Australorp's striking iridescence, calm personality, and dependable laying, make them an ideal backyard chicken. One Black Australorp holds the world record for laying 364 eggs in 365 days under official Australian testing.
Barred Rock
This is another old favorite, and one that, in true breeding style, delivers big profits. This is one of the oldest and most selected strain of Barred Rocks in the U.S. The Barred Plymouth Rock has held its own because of its great merit as a profitable, practical fowl for every day in the yearl
Buff Orpington
Orpingtons are an excellent startr bird for those looking for a general purpose chicken. Their calm, pet like disposition makes them an ideal fit for the novice flock owner. They have a very low and broad body giving them a curvy, fluffy appearance. They are a beautiful buff color and lay lots of nice brown eggs. They make wonderful fryers and roasters.
Easter Eggers
Called Easter Eggers because of the variety of colored eggs they lay. They come in many colors and sizes and have a good disposition. Many of these birds have muffs and beards and all have full tails. They are great backyard birds but not recommended for showing. They lay blue/green/olive colored eggs.
Rhode Island Red
If you are striving for peak in egg production, and still want a heavy bird with good market possibilities, these reds are for you. A check of national egg laying contest records will reveal the superior egg laying qualities of this breed.
Red Sex Link (comet)
Widely acclaimed in the poultry industry where brown eggs are preferred, these are one of the finest brown egg layers available today. They mature early and are a quiet bird. Also known as Comets, they are quite robust and can withstand the colder, non-insulated laying houses,