Potchefstroom Koekoek: The Ultimate Dual-Purpose Chicken

Welcome to Cradle Poultry, your trusted source for the exceptional Potchefstroom Koekoek. Developed in the 1960s at Potchefstroom Agricultural College by Chris Marais, this breed combines the best traits of Black Australorp, White Leghorn, and Barred Plymouth Rock to thrive in Southern African conditions.

Why Choose Potchefstroom Koekoek?

Dual-Purpose Excellence: Perfect for both meat and eggs, the Potchefstroom Koekoek boasts a substantial structure for meat production and lays an average of 198 eggs per year. This makes it an ideal choice for those looking to maximize productivity.

Hardy and Adaptable: Bred for resilience, Like the Boschvelder, this breed maintains productivity even with subpar feed and adapts well to various climates, making it ideal for free-ranging.

Distinctive Appearance and Easy Management: Featuring a striking grey-and-white barred pattern, Potchefstroom Koekoek chicks have a friendly temperament and strong brooding instincts, ensuring high hatchability rates.

Impressive Growth and Maturity: Roosters weigh 2.5-3 kg, and hens 1.5-2.5 kg. Sexual maturity is achieved at 130 days, with consistent egg production and robust health.

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At Cradle Poultry, we are dedicated to raising high-quality Potch Koekoek chickens. Contact us today or order your Potch Koekoek day-old to enhance your flock with this exceptional breed and experience the benefits firsthand.