​Open: Monday-Saturday 8:30 to 5:30 (Closed Sunday)
Chick Days 2025
Crossed out chicks are fully reserved and no longer available
Chick Sales Policy!
(Chick refers to all live baby poultry)
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We make every effort to provide healthy chicks to our customers. Once chicks leave the store, customer assumes full responsibility. Chicks are non-returnable or refundable. We do reserve the right to delay chicks’ availability in order to evaluate them before releasing them if concern arises. We only provided chicks from hatcheries that are NPIP (National Poultry Improvement Standards) and regularly tests for Avion Influenza (AI).
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Reservation Policy: You'll receive a call the morning we get your birds. Customers are responsible for providing a working number. Our orders unusually come Wednesday, Thursday or Friday. Your reservation will be held until the following Tuesday Evening. All birds not claimed by Wednesday morning are available to walk-ins.
Please Note: While we do sell some poultry straight run (both male & female) The layers we offer are pullets (female only) and sexed by the hatchery prior to shipping. According to the hatchery, there can be an error rate of up to 10%.
Be Aware: Three-day old Chicks are very fragile. Expect that some may not make it, order accordingly. We are not liable for any chicks that may be lost after leaving the store.
Rooster Orders: We can order roosters to come with your order of pullets. We are not able to make orders of different breeds of chicks.
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Vaccine Information: Cornish Cross chicks come automatically vaccinated. All other poultry is only vaccinated upon request and is an additional cost. We do have options for unvaccinated meat birds (Rudd Rangers). Chicks that are vaccinated should not be feed medicated chick starter.
Make reservations by:
♦ Calling #208-437-2046
♦ Bringing the filled out Printable form to Mary's
♦ Or Emailing it to marysfeednfarm@gmail
Please let us know if you are calling to add to an existing order form or starting a new order for 2025
Prices are listed on Worksheet
Layers
Black Copper Marans
Arrival Dates
May wk 1 (Apr 30-May 2)
The Maran breed originates from a town called Marans, France. It is a very winter hardy breed with a docile temperament. They are more athletic and take to foraging and free ranging more often than other breeds. The French Copper Marans lay dark brown eggs. Purpose: Eggs, Pretty, Eggs: 225 Large Dark Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Friendly, Easy to Handle Weight: 6-7 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Often
Golden Comet
Arrival Dates
Mar wk 4 (Mar 26-28)
Golden Comet chickens are a hybrid breed known for their brown eggs, friendly temperament, and early maturity. They are often good with children and can be a good choice for backyard flock. Purpose: Egg Layer, Pets Eggs: 260 Large Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Calm, Friendly Weight: 5-6 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Occasionally
Blue Cuckoo Marans
Arrival Dates
Mar wk 3 (Mar 19-21)
The Blue Cuckoo Maran is a chicken breed with blue feathers and a white spot on the head. They are known for laying dark brown eggs. They are hardy birds that can survive in all climates. Marans hens are known to be attentive and protective mothers. Purpose: Eggs, Pretty Eggs: 250 Large Dark Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Active, Friendly Weight: 6-8 lbs. Hardiness: Cold Hardy, Not Heat Hardy Broodiness: Often
ISA Browns
Arrival Dates
May wk 4 (May 21-23)
ISA Brown chickens are a crossbreed of chicken known for being docile, friendly, and egg-laying machines. They are a good choice for people new to chicken keeping, and are often recommended for families with children. They are not very flighty and don't make much noise. Purpose: Eggs, Pretty Eggs: 300 Medium Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Active, Friendly Weight: 6-8 lbs. Hardiness: Cold Hardy, Not Heat Hardy Broodiness: Often
Cream Legbars
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 4 (April 23-25)
Cream Legbar chickens are known for their blue eggs and docile temperament. They tented to be quiet, making them ideal for urban or suburban settings. They do well in both cold and hot climates. They also do well in confinement or free-range. Purpose: Eggs, Pretty Eggs: 240 Medium Creamy Blue Eggs Temperament: Docile, Active Weight: 4-6 lbs. Hardiness: Cold Hardy, Not Heat Hardy Broodiness: Occasionally
Easter Eggers
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 3 (Apr 16-18) & May wk 5 (May 28-30)
Easter Egger chickens are a mixed breed of chicken with a variety of characteristics, including their appearance, temperament, and egg production. They are smaller than average chickens, with hens weighing about 4 lbs and roosters weighing about 5 lbs. Easter Eggers can lay eggs in many colors, including blue, green, white, pink, tan, and dark brown. Purpose: Eggs, Pretty Eggs: 240 Medium Variety of Colored Eggs Temperament: Docile, Active Mature Weight: 4-6 lbs. Hardiness: Cold Hardy, Not Heat Hardy Broodiness: Occasionally
Olive Eggers
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 4 (April 23-25) & May wk 3 (May 21-23)
Olive Egger chickens are a hybrid breed that lay olive green eggs. They are known for being friendly, docile, and hardy. They are active and love to explore the yard. Their eggs range from olive green to mossy or khaki green Purpose: Eggs, Pretty Eggs: 260 Large Olive Green Eggs Temperament: Mellow, Active, Friendly, Docile Weight: 5-6 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Rarely
Barred Plymouth Rock
Arrival Dates
Mar wk 1 (Mar 5-7)
Barred Plymouth Rocks are as beautiful as they are easy to care for, while yielding abundant eggs and tasty meat. They are cold hardy, good for free-ranging or keeping in a run, adapt well to different environments, and Can be good pets and for 4-H projects. Purpose: Eggs, Meat Eggs: 200 Large Brown Eggs Temperament: Calm, Docile, Easy to Care For Weight: 8-10 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Occasionally
Sapphire Gem
Arrival Dates
May wk 3 (May 21-23)
Sapphire Gem chickens are a medium-sized breed that are known for their egg production and docile nature. They are a mix of Blue Plymouth Rock and Barred Plymouth Rock chicken. Cold and heat-hardy and can adapt to both winter and summer conditions. Self-sufficient birds with a strong desire to free-range and great forager Purpose: Egg Layer Eggs: 290 X-Large Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Easy to Care For Weight: 4-5 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Occasionally
Partridge Plymouth Rock
Arrival Dates
Mar wk 3 (Mar 19-21)
The Partridge Plymouth Rock combines all the excellent utility traits and hardiness of other Plymouth Rocks with the intricate pattern known as Partridge. Like other Plymouth Rocks, they have a gentle temperament and are not only good egg layers, but also grow to a large size, making them excellent dual-purpose chickens. Purpose: Eggs, Meat Eggs: 200 Large Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Easy to Care For Weight: 6-7 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Rarely
White Plymouth Rock
Arrival Dates
May wk 1 (Apr 30-May 2)
White Plymouth Rock chickens are a heritage breed of chicken that are known for their white feathers, friendly nature, and early maturity. Temperament calm and docile, Friendly with people and other breeds, good with children, and can be semi-aggressive broody mother. They are easy to manage, good foragers, and good mothers. Purpose: Eggs, Pets Eggs: 280-300 Large Light Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Calm, Gentle, Friendly Weight: 7-8 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Often
Blue Plymouth Rock
Arrival Dates
Mar wk 2 (Mar 12-14)
Blue Plymouth Rock chickens are a hybrid breed of chicken that are known for their unique appearance, calm temperament, and egg production. Great for first time-time chicken owners, low maintenance They are very tolerate of cold and hot climates and are natural foragers, they do well as pastured chickens. Purpose: Eggs, Pets Eggs: 250-260 Large Light Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Calm, Gentle, Friendly Weight: 5-7 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Occasionally
Buff Orpington
Arrival Dates
Mar wk 1 (Mar 5-7) & May wk 5 (May 28-30)
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​One of the best breeds for newcomers to chickens, and families with young children. Named for the English town where they were developed, Orpingtons are big quiet birds with fluffy feathers that keep them toasty warm during frigid weather. Buff Orpingtons are the most common color and lay about 200 brown eggs a year. Purpose: Eggs, Meat Eggs: 220 Medium Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Calm, Gentle, Friendly Weight: 6-7 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Often
Lavender Orpington
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 1 (Apr 2-4) & May wk 5 (May 28-30)
​Lavender Orpingtons are a large, docile, and fluffy breed of chicken that are known for being good egg layers. They are a rare variety that originated in Orpington, England in the 1800s. They are big quiet birds with fluffy feathers that keep them toasty warm during frigid weather. Purpose: Eggs, Meat Eggs: 220 Medium Pink Tinted Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Calm, Gentle, Friendly, Good with Children Weight: 7-8 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Occasionally
Blue Laced Gold Wyandotte
Arrival Dates
May wk 4 (May 21-23)
The Blue Laced Gold Wyandotte is a rare breed of chicken with gold and red feathers that are laced with blue. They are docile, calm, and friendly, and are good with children. They are also winter hardy and can be raised in most backyard flocks. Purpose: Eggs, Pretty Eggs: 200 Medium Creamy Light Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Friendly Weight: 6-7 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Often
Silver Laced Wyandotte
Arrival Dates
Mar wk 4 (Mar 26-28)
These lacy girls are not all show with their elegantly patterned feathers. They are also great egg layers. Wyandottes are one of the most strikingly beautiful chickens to grace a backyard flock. Developed in New York, they are quiet, easy to manage, and one of the most winter-hardy of all breeds. Eggs: 245 Medium Light Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Calm, Easy Going Weight: 5-6 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Occasionally
Golden Lacaed Wyandotte
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 2 (Apr 16-18)
Golden Laced Wyandottes are a breed of chicken that are known for their striking black and gold feathers, docile temperament, and cold hardiness. They tented to have a relaxed temperament, mainly because they're quite cocky that they rule the roost and aren't easily ruffled. Purpose: Eggs, Pets Eggs: 245 Medium Creamy Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Calm, Easy Going Weight: 5-6 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Occasionally
Rhode Island Red
Arrival Dates
Mar wk 3 (Mar 19-21) & May wk 4 (May 21-23)
The Rhode Island Red’s amazing ability to lay about 265 eggs a year made it famous worldwide and became the parent of several modern hybrid egg layers. These glossy mahogany-colored hens with black tail feathers are as beautiful as they are gentle and productive. Purpose: Egg Layer Eggs: 265 Large Brown Eggs Temperament: Exuberant, Curious, Friendly Weight: 6-7 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Occasionally
Black Sex Link
Arrival Dates
Mar wk 3 (Mar 19-21)
The Black Sex-Link is an excellent brown egg layer. Calm, friendly temperament, making it a suitable breed for beginners, backyard keepers, and those with small children. They can handle the cold dark winter. Purpose: Eggs, Pets Eggs: 280-300 Large Rich Brown Eggs Temperament: Gentle, Active Weight: 5-6 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Rarely
New Hampshire Red
Arrival Dates
Mar wk 2 (Mar 12-14) & Apr wk 1 (Apr 2-4)
New Hampshire pullets sport light rusty red feathers and lay about 240 eggs each year. They can be gentle and docile, but can also be unfriendly and aggressive when threatened or scared Purpose: Eggs, Meat Eggs: 240 Medium Brown Eggs Temperament: Quiet, Friendly, Docile Weight: 6-7 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Occasionally
Dark, Light & Buff Brahma
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 2 (Apr 16-18)
Brahma's feathers cover their feet and shanks, keeping them warm in winter and gives them a very fluffy appearance. Their docile, gentle, and quiet temperament makes them one of the best breeds around children. Hens lay about 200 medium-sized brown eggs annually, often go broody, and are attentive mothers. Purpose: Eggs, Brooding Eggs: 200 Medium Brown Eggs Temperament: Calm, Friendly, Docile Weight: 5-6 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Often
Black Australorp
Arrival Dates
Mar wk 1 (Mar 5-7)
The Australorp is an Australian breed, was selected for its high egg production, and was developed primarily from Black Orpingtons that were exported from England in the 1890s to early 1900. Despite their record-breaking egg production, they are still considered a dual-purpose breed that grows at a good rate and has a well-fleshed carcass. Purpose: Eggs, Pretty Eggs: 300 Large Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Energetic Weight: 5-6 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Occasionally
Speckled Sussex
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 1 (Apr 2-4)
Speckled Sussex chickens are known for their calm temperament and enjoy interacting with human. They are good foragers and are well-suited to free-range environments but are also great foragers. The hens are good mothers and occasionally go broody during warmer months. Purpose: Eggs, Bugs Eggs: 240 Medium Cream Eggs Temperament: Docile, Friendly, Gentle Weight: 7-8 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Occasionally
Black Jersey Giant
Arrival Dates
May wk 4 (May 21-23)
The massive Black Jersey Giant was the result of merging the genetics of several large breeds. They grow slowly but eventually are a third larger than most other heavy breeds. These birds are ideal for anyone wanting an impressive hen that lays about 240 extra-large eggs annually. Purpose: Eggs, Meat Eggs: 240 X-Large Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Easy Going Weight: 8-10 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Occasionally
White Leghorn
Arrival Dates
Mar wk 4 (Mar 26-28)
Friendly, good-natured, but can be aggressive when annoyed. Supermarket eggs are almost always laid by White Leghorns or hybrids developed from them. Hens lay about 325 eggs every year while eating less feed than most other breeds. Purpose: Egg Layer Eggs: 325 Large White Eggs Temperament: Active, Alert, Athletic, Nervous Weight: 4-5 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Rarely
Delaware
Arrival Dates
Jun wk 2 (Jun 11-13)
Delawares are known for being calm, hardy, and good egg layer. They have white plumage with some black barring on the feather eds of their hackles. These Birds mature fast and are great free-ranges, they need lots of room to run. Purpose: Eggs , Meat Eggs: 260 Large Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Calm, Friendly Weight: 6-7 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Rarely
Buckeyes
Arrival Dates
Mar wk 3 (Mar 19-21)
They are a Dual-Purpose breed that features rich, brilliant red plumage, yellow legs, and a pea comb. They are good egg layers and grow rapidly making them a true dual-purpose farm chicken. Buckeyes are very hardy that resist frostbite very well thanks to their small comb and wattles. They are very rugged and excellent foragers. They have an easy-going demeanor and are not inclined to be flighty. Purpose: Eggs, Meat Eggs: 200 Medium Brown Eggs Temperament: Active, Gentle, Friendly, Vocal Weight: 6-7 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Occasionally
Dominique
Arrival Dates
Mar wk 4 (Mar 26-28)
The Dominique is considered a “heritage” bird because it is considered America's oldest breed of chicken. Dominique hens tend to be calm and personable. Their calm, steady demeanor makes them successful as show birds or family pets. Dominique's are good foragers, but can also live in confinement. Purpose: Pretty, Eggs, Bugs Eggs: 245 Medium Brown Temperament: Calm, Docile, Friendly Weight: 5-6 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Occasionally
Amberlink
Arrival Dates
Jun wk 2 (Jun 11-13)
This graceful white and amber-colored sex link can lay eggs like no one's business, even in the cold dark winters. It is derived from the ISA genetic line and does not disappoint in egg production and cold-weather hardiness. It is a very well-balanced bird that lays nice large size table eggs. They are docile and make great foragers. Purpose: Egg Layer Eggs: 300 Large Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Mellow Weight: 5-6 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Rarely
Small Breeds
Polish & Crested
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 1 (Apr 2-4) & May wk 2 (May 7-9)
Polish crested chickens are known for being friendly, docile, and curious. However, they can be easily startled and frightened due to their large crests, which limit their vision. Polish chickens are vulnerable to predators and should generally be kept protected under a topper or wire sheet. They enjoy the company of their own kind and form close-knit relationships with other chicken Purpose: Pretty, Pet, Eggs: 100-155 Small to Medium White Eggs Temperament: Gentle, Active Weight: 4-5 lbs. Hardiness: Heat Hardy But Not Cold Hardy Broodiness: Rarely
Silkie Bantams
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 3 (Apr 16-18) & May wk 2 (May 7-9)
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Silkies are named for their unique fluffy plumage, which feels like silk. They have several unusual qualities, such as black skin and bones, and blue earlobes. Calm and friendly and the most docile of poultry, they make an ideal pet. Hens are broody and make good mothers. Though they are fair layers themselves, they are commonly used to hatch eggs from other breeds. Purpose: Pet, Pretty, Eggs: 100 Small Light Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Friendly, Easily Tamed, Great Pets Weight: 2-3 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Often,
Frizzle Bantams
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 3 (Apr 16-18)
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Frizzle chickens are a chicken breed with curly feathers that make them look fluffy. They struggle to keep warm in cold weather. Their curly feathers are poor insulators and don't shed water well, making them vulnerable to rain and snow. These chickens are docile, active, enjoy human company, and are good layers. Frizzle's are available in many colors, including blue, white, black, and buff Purpose: Eggs, Pretty, Eggs: 150 Small Cream or Tinted Eggs Temperament: Docile, Friendly Weight: 1.5-2 lbs. Hardiness: Poor Heat and Cold Broodiness: Occasionally
Ducks
Ancona
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 3 (Apr 16-18)
The Ancona duck is a medium weight breed and makes a great general-purpose duck. This duck has a patchwork color pattern with random blotches of dark grey to black on a white background. No two birds are marked exactly the same. Egg color ranges from greenish/blue to white. Purpose: Bugs, Eggs, Meat, Eggs: 250 Large Blue/Green Eggs Temperament: Docile, Active, Friendly Weight: 6-7 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Occasionally
White Pekin
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 3 (Apr 16-18)
The Pekin duck is the most popular breed for eating and they are the most common domestic duck. If managed carefully, they have excellent egg production too. The duck can be processed around 40 days old when it reaches around 7 lbs. They are calm, do not fly, and are not as motherly as other duck breeds. Purpose: Eggs, Meat, Eggs: 200 XX-Large White Eggs Temperament: Calm, Active Weight: 8-12 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Occasionally
Cayuga
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 3 (Apr 16-18)
They are calm and love foraging for many destructive insects in your yard and/or garden. The hens are good egg producers and lay a variety of shades of black, gray, and white eggs. Cayuga's can adapt to cold weather, they are good at free-ranging, and not a very good flier. Purpose: Bugs, Eggs, Eggs: 180 Large Black/Gray/White Eggs Temperament: Docile, Calm Weight: 7-8 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Occasionally
Blue Swedish
Arrival Dates
May wk 3 (May 21-23)
The Blue Swedish is a very hearty duck with a calm disposition. Prefer to forage in orchards or paddocks, on grass and natural foods They are good for both meat and eggs, and they can make good pet. Well known for their appetite of slugs in vegetable gardens. Purpose: Bugs, Meat, Eggs Eggs: 180 Large White Tinted Blue/Green Eggs Temperament: Docile, Active, Friendly Weight: 7-8 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Broodiness: Occasionally
Assorted Runner
Arrival Dates
May wk 3 (May 21-23)
Runners are an amazingly unique breed with a strong slender body and an upward stance. They were originally bred for their mobility and high egg production. They tend to have a more nervous temperament. Purpose: Bugs, Eggs Eggs: 180 Large White Tinted Blue/Green To Dark Green Eggs Temperament: Nervous, Docile, Active Weight: 4-5 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Rarely
Rouen
Arrival Dates
May wk 3 (May 21-23)
Rouen ducks are larger than the Mallard breed but are similar in color. This is a close second favorite breed of duck next to the Pekin. They have very tasty meat and have a lean body. Their temperament is calm, and they lay a decent amount of eggs per year. Purpose: Meat, Egg, Bugs Eggs: 180 X-Large White Eggs Temperament: Calm, Gentle Weight: 6-7 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Occasionally
Khaki Campbell
Arrival Dates
May wk 3 (May 21-23)
Khaki Campbells are a very hardy breed that tends to be nervous, energetic, are great foragers. They are good egg layers, but they are not known for being motherly These ducks can live on land and in water, but they are poor fliers due to their large, heavy bodies. Purpose: Meat, Layer Egg: 220 Large White Eggs Temperament: Calm, Active Mature Weight: 3-4 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Rarely
Geese
Toulouse
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 4 (April 23-25)
Toulouse geese are a heavy breed of goose that originated in France. They are known for their large size, prominent dewlap, and orange bill, legs, and feet. Tend to be calm and do well in confinement, Are not good foragers because of their size. The ganders can weigh up to 26 lbs, while females can weigh up to 20 lb Purpose: Meat, Eggs, Down Feathers, Eggs: 35-50 X-Large White Eggs Temperament: Calm, Friendly, Moody During Mating Weight: 20-26 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Good Mothers
American Buff
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 4 (April 23-25)
American Buff geese are good parents and attend well to their goslings. They are good flock protectors and guard geese, alerting the flock to predator. Also tend to be more quite than other geese. Used for both meat and egg production. Are very friendly and affectionate, especially towards their owner. Purpose: Meat, Eggs, Guardians Eggs: 10-25 Large White Eggs Temperament: Calm, Friendly, Curious Weight: 16-18 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Good Mothers
Embden
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 4 (April 23-25)
They are large geese with blue eyes and orange beaks and feet. You can identify male and females babies by the gray down. The females are darker than the males. They are active foragers and graze on grass and other plants Embdens are good guards and make lots of noise if any unwanted visitors come near. Purpose: Meat, Eggs, Guardians Eggs: 35-45 X-Large White Eggs Temperament: Calm, Friendly Weight: 15-20 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Good Mothers
Turkeys
Broad Breasted Bronze
Arrival Dates
Jun wk 1 (Jun 4-6)
The Broad Breasted Bronze is a large meat bird. Because of its size, it is hard for this breed to reproduce. But that attribute also makes it the perfect bird to raise on your own for holiday gatherings. This turkey matures at 20 weeks old. The mature female weights around 23 pounds, and the mature male weights about 33 pounds. Purpose: Meat Production Eggs: 40-60 Large Brown Eggs Temperament: Docile, Strong. Mature Weight: 23-33 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy. Broody: Rarely
Broad Breasted White
Arrival Dates
Jun wk 1 (Jun 4-6)
This turkey is one of the most common and largest breeds available in the U.S. The Broad Breasted White's size makes it a great addition to any table. The mature female weight at 20 weeks is 25 pounds, and the males will mature at 20 weeks weighing about 45 pounds. Purpose: Meat Production Eggs: 40-60 X-Large Cream Eggs/Year Temperament: Docile, Strong Mature Weight: 25-45 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Rarely
Bourbon Red
Arrival Dates
May wk 1 (Apr 30-May 2)
Bourbon Red turkeys are a heritage breed of turkey that are known for their tender meat and friendly personalities. At 25 weeks the tom typically weighs around 33 pounds, while a hen weighs around 18 pounds. Known for being good sitters and mothers.
Purpose: Meat, Eggs, or Pets Eggs: 50–100 Creamy White can be Spotted Temperament: Very Friendly Weight: 18-33 lbs. Hardiness: Very Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Highly
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Blue Slate
Arrival Dates
May wk 1 (Apr 30-May 2)
Blue Slate turkeys are a rare heritage breed of turkey that originated in North America. They are known for being good foragers and can reproduce naturally. When they mature at 28 weeks the toms can weigh up to 23 lbs, while hens can weigh up to 16 lbs. Purpose: Dual Meat, Egg or Pests Eggs: 40-50 eggs a year Spotted Cream or Brown eggs Temperament: Docile, Protective Weight: 16-23 lbs. Hardiness: Cold Hardy Broodiness: Highly
Royal Palm
Arrival Dates
May wk 1 (Apr 30-May 2)
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The Royal Palm is an endangered breed, they are slower to mature than commercial turkeys, taking 25–30 weeks to mature. Adult hens weigh around 12 lbs, while toms weigh around 20–22 lbs. They are excellent foragers, good fliers, and active. The males tend to be less aggressive than other turkey breeds.. Purpose: Pest Control, Pretty Eggs: 100 a year Creamy Light Brown with Speckles. Temperament: Docile, Active Weight: 12-22 lbs. Hardiness: Very Cold and Heat Hardy Broodiness: Highly
Meat Birds
Rudd Rangers
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 1 (Apr 2-4) & Jun wk 1 (Jun 4-6)
Rudd Ranger chickens are a hybrid meat bird that produce flavorful meat. They are known for being active, good foragers, and having a lower mortality rate than other meat breeds. They are ready to process at about 12-14 weeks. When dressed, the Rudd Ranger’s body is more proportional compared to a Cornish, making the dark meat almost equal the breast meat. Purpose: Meat, Eggs Eggs: 150-200 Brown Temperament: Docile, Active Weight: 8-11lbs Hardiness: Cold and Heat hardy Broodiness: Rarely
American Bresse
Arrival Dates
Apr wk 4 (April 23-25) & Jun wk 1 (Jun 4-6)
American Bresse chickens are a dual-purpose breed that originated in France and are known for their unique flavor. The reason for this unique flavor is the "marbling," meaning small streaks of fat distributed throughout the muscle, similar to high-quality beef, resulting in a very juicy and flavorful taste. Purpose: Meat Bird, Eggs, & Reproduction Process: Between 18-20 Weeks Eggs: 200-250 Med/Lg Creamy White Temperament: Curious, Friendly Weight: 6-8 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy
Cornish Cross
Arrival Dates
Mar wk 2 (12-14), Apr wk 2 (9-11), May wk 2 (7-9),
Jun wk 2 (11-13), Jul wk 2 (9-11), & Aug wk 2 (13-15)
The Cornish Cross made broiler production efficient, and today it’s often the most inexpensive meat the grocery store sells. They require special feeding and care but grow astonishingly fast. They weigh nearly six pounds when only six weeks old by efficiently converting feed into flesh. Cornish are the best choice for a person who wants to quickly produce delicious meat and has no plan to save hens for egg production. Purpose: Meat Bird Process: Between 6-8 Weeks Temperament: Docile, Sedentary Weight: 6-8 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy
Slow White Broilers (BWs)
Not Available
Unfortunately due to changes at the hatchery they no longer offer the Slow Broilers.
Their geneticist created this meat bird that is a 12 week grow out, average weight of 6-8lbs, unvaccinated, lays 100 eggs a year and reproduces true to breed. Making it a very unique meat bird.
Possibility of it coming back in the following years. But no guaranteed.