The Barred Plymouth Rock chicken is a dual-purpose breed which was a boon to the meat and egg industries during World War II. This dual-purpose breed can lay eggs year round and has also been used ...

Pearl, left, a Plymouth Rock chicken and Lily, an Orpington chicken, in their coop at the home of Sharon Donnelly of Westerminster, on Friday, December 2, 2022.

In addition to being incredibly beautiful, many black and white chicken breeds are also a great choice for homesteaders and ...