This robust dual-purpose breed is one of the first Greenfire Farms imported. To this day, it remains a favorite. If you're looking for a gentle, productive breed, the light Sussex will outperform your expectations.
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Egg Color |
tan |
Egg Size |
Large |
Average number of eggs per year |
240 - 260 |
Gamefowl |
no |
Table Breeds |
Yes |
Country of Origin |
UK |
Cold tolerant |
no |
Year of import(s) |
2013 |
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This giant lays an enormous number of eggs. With its feathered shanks and cuckoo feather pattern, it's one of our most popular dual-purpose breeds and for good reason!
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Egg Color |
tan |
Egg Size |
Jumbo |
Average number of eggs per year |
140 - 160 |
Gamefowl |
no |
Table Breeds |
Yes |
Country of Origin |
Belgium |
Also called |
Mechelse Koekoek |
Cold tolerant |
yes |
Year of import(s) |
2013 |
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The Mechelen Turkey Head is currently very endangered in its native range, and good specimens with the desired, typical heads are rare.
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Egg Color |
tinted |
Egg Size |
Large |
Gamefowl |
no |
Table Breeds |
Yes |
Country of Origin |
Belgium |
Also called |
Melchelse Kalkoen Kop |
Cold tolerant |
yes |
Year of import(s) |
2021 |
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Touted by the Germans as having the finest quality meat, the Sulmtaler is an excellent dual-purpose breed!
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Egg Color |
tan |
Egg Size |
Medium |
Average number of eggs per year |
130 - 180 |
Gamefowl |
no |
Table Breeds |
Yes |
Country of Origin |
Austria |
Cold tolerant |
no |
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This beautiful Swedish landrace breed possesses all the splendor and diversity of a field of wildflowers.
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Egg Color |
tan |
Egg Size |
Large |
Average number of eggs per year |
150 - 200 |
Gamefowl |
no |
Country of Origin |
Sweden |
Also called |
Skånsk Blommehöna |
Cold tolerant |
yes |
Year of import(s) |
2012 |
Landrace |
Yes |
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