AnitaBheer
In the Brooder
- Apr 16, 2025
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I'm getting buff orp hens and I have the choice between a buff rooster or a lavender rooster. All hatchery stock, American orps as far as I know. I do plan on letting hens raise chicks, so I was curious if there is any difference in buff vs lavender roosters for maintaining a healthy flock. The only lav issue I know of is the shredded feather gene. Is one color more likely to produce broody offspring? I don't have a color preference, as I plan on eating all the birds at some point (self-sustaining homestead flock). I know I'll probably have to add new birds/genetics every few years as well. Thanks