Poultry

New Chick Breeds Available at Burns Feed Store in Gresham

Chick season is here, and we are excited to welcome several new chick breeds to Burns Feed Store. Whether you are building a productive egg laying flock or adding unique birds to your backyard, these breeds offer a great mix of performance, temperament, and visual appeal.

At Burns Feed Store, we focus on offering breeds that do well in our climate and work well for backyard chicken keepers.

Here is a closer look at the newest additions available this season:

Smokey Pearl™

Smokey Pearl™ chicks are beautifully colored, with some birds showing what is often described as ghost barring. These birds are friendly, calm, and hardy, making them a strong choice for backyard flocks looking for consistent egg production with unique appearance.

Breed highlights:

Purpose: Egg Layer
Production: Approx. 280 Large Brown Eggs per Year
Nature: Docile, Friendly, Calm
Mature Weight: 4 to 6 lbs

Smokey Pearls are great year round egg layers and a solid option for anyone looking for unique birds that still perform well.

Rainbow

The Rainbow is a dual purpose bird with one of the most unique feather color patterns you will ever see. Each bird displays a mix of colors, and no two look exactly alike. These birds work well in small backyard flocks and offer flexibility for both meat and egg production.

Breed highlights:

Purpose: Dual Purpose
Production: 250 Medium Brown Eggs per Year
Temperament: Docile, Calm, Social
Mature Weight: 7 to 8 lbs
Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy
Broodiness: Occasionally
Comb Type: Single Comb

Rainbow chickens are a good fit for keepers who want versatility along with visual variety in their flock.

Sapphire Splash®

Sapphire Splash® chickens are a rebel rendition of the Sapphire Gem, featuring a mix of light to medium dark gray plumage with darker feathering speckled throughout the body. This Czech breed offers strong performance and adaptability. Due to the splash coloring, individual bird coloration will vary.

Breed highlights:

Purpose: Egg Layer
Production: 290 Large Brown Eggs per Year
Temperament: Docile, Easy to Care For
Mature Weight: 6 to 7 lbs
Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy
Broodiness: Occasionally
Comb Type: Single Comb

Sapphire Splash birds are a high performing egg layer with striking and varied coloring.

French Cuckoo Marans

The French Cuckoo Marans breed originates from Marans, France. These birds are hardy, athletic, and enjoy foraging and free ranging. Hens are known for laying dark brown to dark speckled eggs, making them a popular addition to backyard flocks.

Breed highlights:

Purpose: Dual Purpose
Production: 225 Medium Dark Brown Eggs per Year
Temperament: Docile, Friendly, Easy to Handle
Mature Weight: 6 to 7 lbs
Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy
Broodiness: Often
Comb Type: Single Comb

French Cuckoo Marans are a great option for keepers looking for darker egg color and active birds.

Find New Chick Breeds at Burns Feed Store

If you are looking for new chick breeds in Gresham, stop by Burns Feed Store. Our team is happy to help answer questions about breed selection, flock compatibility, and chick availability. Our chick season runs from February through mid August. Reservations are available now for chicks arriving March 2nd and later.

We also recommend checking out our chick schedules and chick information page by clicking HERE to see upcoming arrivals and important details before your visit.

Visit Burns Feed Store in Gresham, Oregon to learn more about current chick arrivals and get everything you need for a successful chick season.

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