Brakel. _$55/hen. _$8/egg
Eggs/live birds are ship USPS or locally pickup or arrange for ground delivery. Live birds Shipping fee is charged at a discounted rate -$100 for up to 3 hens Fertile eggs shipping fee -$21 We ship only in USPS approved shipping containers. We ship through USPS priority express mail. 1-2days estimated arrival time. Live guarantee on all shipment. We ship birds out weekly Mondays- Wednesdays. No shipping on public holidays. Tracking # will be email after the birds have been sent. Usually from 5-6pm the day of shipment
Palmfarmsteads
The Brakel’s history dates back to 1416 where they were developed in the Flanders region spanning across northern France, Belgium, and Holland. These birds were a staple on small farms and were bred as a dual-purpose breed with excellent egg production and good table quality. After both World Wars, the Brakel’s population declined drastically and by the 1960s the breed was all but extinct. In 1971, recovery efforts began. The only remaining birds were 2 hens, 2 roosters, and a dozen eggs. Remarkably from this small group, the breed was revived. The Brakel is very similar to the Campine. In fact, the two were considered the same breed until 1884, when they were distinguished as separate breeds.
Brakels are a hardy and active breed. They are good fliers, alert for predators, and excellent foragers. This makes them well adapted for free-ranging flocks. Hens lay about 180 – 200 eggs per year, which are quite large relative to their medium body size. They are either silver of gold in color, with solid colored necks and banded body feathers. They have a tall, bright red comb.
Contact: (402)446-1788
Email: palmfarmsteads@gmail.com
www.palmfarmsteads.com
40510 J Rd Mancos, Colorado(CO), 81328
