Product Details
Description
The Pioneer Slow-Growing Meat Chicks is an ideal choice for free-range and pasture-based farming due to its slow growth rate. This heritage breed, established in the 1940s, has been refined through 15 years of careful selective breeding aimed at improving its meat quality, resilience, and foraging skills. A Heritage Cross with a Legacy of Excellence – This breed, derived from Transylvanian Naked Neck, Delaware, and Cornish Cross chickens, has consistently been chosen for its outstanding characteristics over the years. With a robust skeletal structure, impressive feed conversion rates, and exceptional meat quality, the Pioneer Chicken stands out as a top option for farmers seeking a bird that flourishes in various farming conditions. Available as MALE only. Males are the red birds females are the white bird.
- Slow-Growing for Better Meat Quality
- Perfect for Free-Range & Pasture-Raised Farms
- Hardy & Low Maintenance
- Dual-Purpose Versatility
For those in search of a reliable alternative to commercial broilers, Pioneer Chickens stand out with their exceptional meat quality, commitment to sustainability, and adaptability. Whether you need a top-notch slow-growing meat bird or a versatile breed for both eggs and meat, the Pioneer is the ultimate choice for your farming needs.
- Growth Rate: Slow growing. This breed is specifically developed for free-range and pasture environments, promoting a slower growth rate for enhanced quality.
- Meat Quality: Rich, flavorful, with excellent texture
- Foraging Ability: Possesses powerful natural instincts and excels in outdoor settings
- Temperament: Hardy, active, and adaptable
- Best For: Small farms, homesteads, and regenerative farming operations
| Week | Live Weight (lbs) | Average Daily Gain (lbs) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | - |
| 2 | - | - |
| 3 | 0.92 | 0.044 |
| 4 | 1.46 | 0.052 |
| 5 | 2.21 | 0.063 |
| 6 | 3.15 | 0.075 |
| 7 | 4.12 | 0.084 |
| 8 | 5.38 | 0.096 |
| 9 | 6.30 | 0.100 |
| 10 | Average age for processing | |
These products being sold are live chicks.
- Our live chicks are shipped as soon as they are hatched.
- Availability of this item does not mean it ships immediately.
- This means that we are still taking orders for the season and that your order will be placed in line for the next available shipment.
- You will receive an email with your shipment date.
Availability Information
- These products being sold are live chicks or eggs.
- Our live chicks are shipped as soon as they are hatched.
- Availability of this item does not mean it ships immediately.
- This means that we are still taking orders for the season and that your order will be placed in line for the next available shipment.
- You will receive an email with your shipment date.
- Color variation may vary.
