Gloss-Hen Posted October 9, 2011 Share Posted October 9, 2011 What breed do you think I should hatch? I have hatched some madams before But I want something a bit more challenging any ideas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted October 9, 2011 Share Posted October 9, 2011 I'd wait till next year now. It is too late in the season, really, to be thinking about it for this year. The roosters fertility will have reduced, and the weather is too cold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gloss-Hen Posted October 9, 2011 Author Share Posted October 9, 2011 I tried hatching some last Christmas stupid idea But I hatched some on Easter Monday so i will Hatch them around that time next year but I really am Not sure what breed I should hatch? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted October 9, 2011 Share Posted October 9, 2011 The possibilities are endless! Have a read up on the different breeds ove the winter and see what would be the most suitable for your situation ... and have a think about what you will do with any roosters you may hatch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted October 9, 2011 Share Posted October 9, 2011 Unless you have a nice cosy shed or workshop - I would wait until about April. They will be at the going outside stage right slap bang in middle of Winter. I've toyed with the idea of hatching more - so desperate for more silkies, but have decided to buy some at point of lay instead once I've bought some more housing. It's hard to say no to yourself, but kinder to the little chicks! Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin Posted October 9, 2011 Share Posted October 9, 2011 I've hatched in November before but those chicks then spent all winter in my garage under heat. Very expensive and very messy! This year I've been very restrained and let broodies do all the work for me If you cannot decide what to hatch, try hatching breeds that are more likely to go broody so that you can then use them in years to come. Brahmas & Silkies are the way to go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
