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FRESH EGGS: Farm Fresh Eggs: Once you taste 'em, you'll never go back. Our layer flock consists of three different heritage breeds: Buckeyes, Buff Chanteclers, and Barred Hollands. We selected our breeds for hardiness and pleasant tempermants. We expanded our flock in 2010 and now have a steady supply of eggs for you and your family. It is a good idea to call ahead to make sure we have some on the day you come. Our eggs come as a mix of brown and white unless you request otherwise. If you come in the evenings you might even be able to gather your own! We have built an "eggmobile" for the layers so that they can enjoy the pasture. Their coop is built right on to a small trailer. They have grain and water available at all times. They roost in their coop at night and in the morning come out to a large area of fresh grass. Their pasture area is enclosed with portable electric netting to keep the birds safe from predators. The eggmobile and portable fencing allow us to move the birds to fresh areas of the pasture as needed. Many studies have shown eggs from pastured hens to contain much higher levels of beneficial omega-3 fatty acids. We just like the way they taste and the deep orangish yellow color of the yolks! |
A proud Buff Chantecler rooster, part of our laying flock. Two Barred Holllands, one going in, one coming out. |