Barred rock

If egg production is your primary goal, then you can't go wrong with any of these chicken breeds known for their egg laying prowess.

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The Plymouth Rock chicken is one of the oldest American breeds and also one of the most popular. These dual-purpose chickens make practical additions to your flock.

Read on to learn more about this underrated and often overlooked hen to see if the Barred Rock fits well with you and your flock.

Comprehensive Overview Of This Lovely Dual Purpose Chicken Breed. Answers Questions About The Barred Rock Chicken Breed, And Suggestions Of Where To Purchase.

Adding a black and white chicken to your flock is easy when you consider the breeds on this list! From barred to spangled, see them all!

The Plymouth Rock originated in New England in the 19th Century & were created by using breeds such as Dominique, Dorkings Cochins, etc.

Martha keeps more than 200 chickens at her Bedford farm. Tour the coops and learn her advice on raising a happy, healthy, and productive flock.

For the first time since we became members of the co-op we ran out of eggs. We had given some away to friends and family and made a few dozen pickled eggs for Aaron (recipe post to follow). We were out of eggs for about 24 hours. I went out for our evening at the coop. Recently, one of the Chantecler birds hurt her leg and had to be removed to heal and is still not back at the coop but the other 33 birds were ready for my visit! I brought a bunch of snacks out to the coop for the birds and…

Barred Rock chickens, also known as Barred Plymouth Rock chickens, may be America’s favorite breed. Developed in the second half of the 19th century, Barred Rocks quickly became the most common chicken breed in America.