Overall Hardiness
If your summers are hot and your winters are cold, pick a breed that handles both.
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Rhode Island Red
Light Brown eggs Price range: $3.90 through $6.60 -
Barred Rock
Light Brown eggs Price range: $3.90 through $6.60 -
Black Australorp
Light Brown eggs Price range: $4.05 through $6.89 -
Light Brahma
Light Brown eggs Price range: $4.05 through $6.89
These hardy chicken breeds tolerate hot and cold climates, which makes them a safe choice for first-time keepers and busy farms. Barred Rocks and Rhode Island Reds are old-time favorites with strong egg production and large bodies. Black Australorps add a quiet, docile temperament. The Light Brahma brings feathered feet and a stately frame.
All four are dual purpose birds, so they earn their place in the egg basket and at the table. Build your flock around them, then add colored egg layers or specialty breeds as you grow.