These old leghorn chickens and the modern white leghorn chicken are among the most popular commercial strains worldwide. They originated in Italy and then were introduced in America in 1853. The white leghorns (WL) received from a stock kept at University of Saskatchewan since 1974, were initially selected for high egg production rate to 273 days of age and related traits such as resistance to Marek’s disease.(Gibbins, 1989; Gavora, 2011). Currently, the modern white leghorn can lay up to 300 eggs per year according to egg production records at the PRC. Initially at the PRC, 18 males were rotated with 60 females and all hatched chicks from two incubations per year which have been used to save their population at the PRC for future use.
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Use: Eggs
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Egg Size / Colour: Medium / White
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Rate of Lay: 250-300
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Standard Market Weight: 4-5 lb
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Rate of Growth / Maturity: Medium / Early
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Temperament: Very Active
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Special Characteristics: Noted for hardiness and vigour, excellent layer
Pick Up Only - NO SHIPPING - PLEASE ENSURE ARRANGEMENTS ARE MADE TO HAVE YOUR CHICKS TO BE PICKED UP WITHIN 24 HOURS
All U of A Chicks are Sold UNSEXED/Straight Run (Mixed Males & Females)
We are not able to do exchanges or refunds on any chicks purchased.
Orders for Edmonton pick up will receive an email with pick up location and times (1-2 days prior to pick up date)
Orders for Pick ups at Hashbrowns: Pick up will be the date stated in the order between 3pm - 6pm.
No Exchanges or Refunds can be made within 3 weeks of order date, as the eggs will be set in the incubator.
(Orders not picked up within 2 days of the pick up date will be subject to a Brooding Fee of 20% per day.)
