White Jersey Giant Chicken

Breed Facts Poultry Show Class: American Class Weights: Hen—-10 lbs              Rooster——–13 lbs Pullet—-8 lbs              Cockerel——-11 lbs Purpose and Type: Primary production, Egg Laying & Pet/Secondary meat source Egg Shell Color: Brown Egg Production: 180-260 eggs per year. (estimates only, see FAQ) Egg Size: Medium Temperament: Docile Gender Accuracy: 80-85% Fertility Percentage: 65-80% Broody: Setter Mating Ratio: 9 Females to 1 Male Roost Height: 2 to 4 feet Country of Origin: United States, New Jersey APA: Yes, Recognized by the Standard of Perfection in 1947 ALBC: Watch Status, Considered a sustainable heritage chicken breed. Breeder Farm Source: Hatchery® Poultry Breeding Farm has been developing our bloodline/strain of pure White Jersey Giant Chickens since 1982.