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Greenfire Farms is thrilled to announce that by releasing a small chicken breed we are filling a giant void on the American poultry map.
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| Egg Color |
tan |
| Egg Size |
Small to Medium |
| Average number of eggs per year |
160 - 180 |
| Gamefowl |
No |
| Country of Origin |
Germany |
| Also called |
Bielefelder Zwerg-Kennhuhn |
| Cold tolerant |
Somewhat |
| Year of import(s) |
2021 |
| Great for beginners |
Yes |
| Free-range ability |
Yes! I'm very vigilant and active |
| Broodiness |
Somewhat |
| Ideal Rooster-to-hen Ratio |
Average, 1:10 |
| Auto-sexing |
Yes |
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This is the uber chicken: autosexing, beautiful, friendly, and it lays gorgeous jumbo eggs! If you buy just one breed, this is it.
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| Egg Color |
brown |
| Egg Size |
Jumbo |
| Average number of eggs per year |
200 - 230 |
| Table Breeds |
Yes |
| Country of Origin |
Germany |
| Cold tolerant |
Somewhat |
| Year of import(s) |
2011, 2013, 2017, 2021 |
| Landrace |
No |
| Great for beginners |
Yes |
| Free-range ability |
No |
| Broodiness |
Not often to never |
| Ideal Rooster-to-hen Ratio |
Average, 1:10 |
| Auto-sexing |
Yes |
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The Deathlayer is a very proficient layer and with its tight cushion comb, iridescent greens and purples in its black feathers, luxuriant tail, and totally black doll eyes it can easily compete among the most beautiful chickens on the planet.
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| Egg Color |
white |
| Egg Size |
Medium |
| Average number of eggs per year |
200 - 250 |
| Gamefowl |
No |
| Table Breeds |
No |
| Country of Origin |
Germany |
| Also called |
Westfalische Totleger |
| Cold tolerant |
Yes |
| Year of import(s) |
2018 |
| Landrace |
No |
| Great for beginners |
No |
| Free-range ability |
Yes! I'm very vigilant and active |
| Broodiness |
Not often to never |
| Ideal Rooster-to-hen Ratio |
Average, 1:10 |
| Auto-sexing |
No |
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These stunning lemon-cuckoo birds truly embody the essence of a dual-purpose breed. With their warm-toned plumage, gentle temperament, and hardiness, they make a charming and practical addition to any backyard flock.
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| Egg Color |
tan |
| Egg Size |
Jumbo |
| Average number of eggs per year |
200 - 230 |
| Table Breeds |
Yes |
| Country of Origin |
Germany |
| Cold tolerant |
Yes |
| Year of import(s) |
2023 |
| Landrace |
No |
| Great for beginners |
Yes |
| Free-range ability |
Moderately. |
| Broodiness |
Not often to never |
| Ideal Rooster-to-hen Ratio |
Average, 1:10 |
| Auto-sexing |
No |
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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 |
Yes |
| Landrace |
No |
| Great for beginners |
Yes |
| Free-range ability |
No |
| Broodiness |
Not often to never |
| Ideal Rooster-to-hen Ratio |
Average, 1:10 |
| Auto-sexing |
No |
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The Vorwerk is a striking representation of both elegance and functionality. A rare, dual-purpose German breed that will add a unique pop of color to your farm or homestead.
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| Egg Color |
tinted |
| Egg Size |
Medium |
| Average number of eggs per year |
200 - 250 |
| Gamefowl |
No |
| Table Breeds |
Yes |
| Country of Origin |
Germany |
| Also called |
Vorwerkhuhn |
| Cold tolerant |
Yes |
| Year of import(s) |
2021, 2023 |
| Landrace |
No |
| Great for beginners |
No |
| Free-range ability |
Moderately. |
| Broodiness |
Not often to never |
| Ideal Rooster-to-hen Ratio |
Average, 1:10 |
| Auto-sexing |
No |
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