Breed Focus: The Chantecler

Source: Livestock Conservancy

The Chantecler chicken is an exceptional dual-purpose poultry breed from Quebec, Canada. Brother Wilfred Chatelain decided to develop the Chantecler breed while walking through the Oka Agricultural Institute’s poultry flocks. He realized there were no chicken breeds from Canada as all of the ones being used originated in Europe or America. He then set out to create a chicken that could endure the harsh Canadian climate and be used for both egg and meat production. Read Article

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Chicken Coop Design Essentials, Details and Luxuries Guide

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50 Facts About Chickens That Will Ruffle Your Feathers

Did you know chickens are closely related to the Tyrannosaurus Rex?
Whether you prefer them as pets on a farm or on your dinner plate for a meal, here are 50 facts about one of the most classic farm animals!
There are more chickens on earth than people – 25 billion. There are also more chickens than any other bird species… Continue Reading

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