{"product_id":"tevah-dual-purpose-chicks","title":"Tevah Ebony Dual Purpose Chicks","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTevah Ebony Dual-Purpose Chicks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA true-breeding dual-purpose chicken developed for families who want dependable eggs, excellent meat, and a sustainable flock that can be reproduced year after year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTevah Ebony Dual-Purpose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the maternal line behind our Mistral Gris breeding program and one of the most practical birds on our farm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally selected for hardiness, dependable laying, and efficient growth, these birds have become the foundation of our breeding program. While they were developed as one half of the Mistral Gris cross, they also stand confidently on their own as an outstanding dual-purpose chicken for homesteads and small farms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike the Mistral Gris hybrid, the Tevah Ebony Dual-Purpose breeds true, allowing you to hatch future generations from your own flock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Love Them\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent dual-purpose birds for both meat and eggs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardy and adaptable in a wide range of climates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaster growing than many traditional heritage breeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReliable brown egg layers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBreed true generation after generation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong, practical birds well suited to homesteads and family farms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe maternal line behind our Mistral Gris breeding program.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeat \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Tevah Ebony Dual-Purpose grows more quickly than most traditional dual-purpose breeds while maintaining a nicely balanced frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey won’t finish quite as quickly as the Mistral Gris hybrid, but they produce an excellent table bird with rich flavour and a carcass well suited to the family freezer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause these birds have dark feathering, they don’t pluck quite as cleanly as the Mistral Gris. You may notice a few darker feather follicles after processing, but for most backyard growers this is a very small trade-off for such a hardy, productive bird.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEgg Production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese hens are dependable, consistent brown egg layers and form the heart of our Mistral Gris breeding flock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey’re exactly the type of bird many homesteads are looking for: productive enough to keep eggs in the kitchen while also raising excellent meat birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Maternal Line Behind Mistral Gris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery Mistral Gris chick begins with two carefully maintained parent lines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Tevah Ebony Dual-Purpose contributes much of the hardiness, rapid early growth, dependable laying ability, and hybrid vigour that has made the Mistral Gris such a successful cross.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen paired with our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver Barred Giant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e line, the result is the Mistral Gris hybrid that so many of our customers have come to love.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose Your Breeding Flock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll birds are sold as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estraight-run chicks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (unsexed). While nature never offers guarantees, our hatches are typically very close to a 50:50 ratio of hens to roosters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏡 Homestead Breeding Flock (25 chicks)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for families wanting to establish a sustainable backyard breeding flock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA typical hatch will result in approximately 12 to 13 hens and 12 to 13 roosters. Once mature, this flock has the potential to hatch approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25 to 35 chicks per week\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e during the spring breeding season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🚜 Small Farm Breeding Flock (50 chicks)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for small farms planning to hatch chicks for customers or expand beyond family use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA typical hatch will result in approximately 25 hens and 25 roosters. Once mature, this flock has the potential to hatch approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 to 75 chicks per week\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e during the spring breeding season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌾 Production Breeding Flock (100 chicks)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for farms intending to hatch larger numbers of chicks throughout the spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA typical hatch will result in approximately 50 hens and 50 roosters. Once mature, this flock has the potential to hatch approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 to 150 chicks per week\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e during the spring breeding season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Few Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eChicks are sold \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estraight run\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (unsexed).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHatch rates and chick production vary depending on fertility, management, nutrition, incubation practices, and the season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeekly production estimates are intended as planning guides rather than guarantees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLooking for a custom hatch or a larger breeding flock? We’d be happy to discuss options with you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you’re looking for an outstanding dual-purpose bird, a sustainable breeding flock for your homestead, or the maternal line needed to produce your own Mistral Gris, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTevah Ebony Dual-Purpose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a practical, productive, and proven foundation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tevah Acres","offers":[{"title":"September 8 \/ Starter flock (25 chicks)","offer_id":52727518789915,"sku":null,"price":625.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"September 15 \/ Starter flock (25 chicks)","offer_id":52727518855451,"sku":null,"price":625.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"September 22 \/ Starter flock (25 chicks)","offer_id":52727518888219,"sku":null,"price":625.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"September 8 \/ Small Farm Flock (50 chicks)","offer_id":52727717953819,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"September 8 \/ Larger Breeding Flock (100 chicks)","offer_id":52727717986587,"sku":null,"price":2250.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"September 15 \/ Small Farm Flock (50 chicks)","offer_id":52727718019355,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"September 15 \/ Larger Breeding Flock (100 chicks)","offer_id":52727718052123,"sku":null,"price":2250.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"September 22 \/ Small Farm Flock (50 chicks)","offer_id":52727718084891,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"September 22 \/ Larger Breeding Flock (100 chicks)","offer_id":52727718117659,"sku":null,"price":2250.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0797\/7785\/7819\/files\/3BB3426A-D7A1-4684-A41C-A0781427FEB6.jpg?v=1785872047","url":"https:\/\/tevahacres.ca\/products\/tevah-dual-purpose-chicks","provider":"Tevah Acres","version":"1.0","type":"link"}