Chickens

The emergence of new poultry breeds is due to the painstaking work of breeders. Crossbreeding has resulted in numerous chicken and other domestic animal breeds. This article will discuss the Striped Plymouth Rock. A detailed description and photos will provide information about this breed that will be of interest to many interested in raising chickens at home.

The Moscow Black chicken breed gained popularity thanks to its excellent egg production and meat yield. The breed was officially recognized in 1980. These versatile birds are extremely easy to care for and can survive the harsh conditions of Russian winters.

Home-raised eggs have always been prized over store-bought ones, as they are considered much more environmentally friendly. They are visually distinguished by the color of the yolk. Home-raised eggs have a rich orange yolk, while store-bought ones are rather pale and less tasty. Many people raise poultry specifically for their eggs, but unpleasant surprises sometimes occur during collection. For example, an egg might be pecked. Why do hens do this? Let's try to figure it out.

In stores, you'll notice that chicken eggs are constantly becoming more expensive, and it's practically impossible to do without them in the kitchen. Eggs are used in salads, baked goods, omelets, and other dishes. They're also a rich source of vitamins and other nutrients.

When possible, people keep chicken coops at home and raise chickens for both meat and eggs. When pullets start laying eggs and the specifics of this process are discussed below.

In rural areas, many people breed laying hens for egg production. However, to make the business profitable, it's essential to learn more than just modern developments and technologies. Knowing the right chicken breeds is crucial to a farmer's success. Laying hens can produce up to 270 eggs per year, while modern hybrid hens (crosses) set records, producing up to 320 eggs per year.