Brown Egg Layers

Need brown eggs for your farm or homestead? We offer a diverse selection of brown egg layers at Myers Poultry, suitable for backyard or commercial production. Our layers are hardy, dependable, and they will add the perfect touch of color to your egg basket.

Red Sex Link

Red Sex Link

Red Sex Link

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The Red Sex Link is one of the best egg laying chickens on the market, and the top producer of large brown eggs. With low feed conversion rates and high egg yield, this hybrid breed is a top choice for any farm or homestead. They are also known as the Isa Brown, Golden Comet, or Golden Buff.
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Amberlink

Amberlink

Amberlink

Available 5/13
This hybrid is the larger sister breed of the Red Sex Link chicken. Similar to the Red Sex Link, Amberlinks are consistent producers of large to extra-large brown eggs. This breed is also an excellent forager, making them a good choice for growers who raise free-range or pastured chicken.
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Barred Rock

Barred Rock

Barred Rock

Available 5/13
This dual-purpose chicken is a fan favorite among hobbyists and farmers. Barred Rocks are large birds and good egg layers, prized for their distinctive barred feather pattern. They are a beautiful and productive addition to any flock, although roosters of this breed may be loud.
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Black Sex Link

Black Sex Link

Black Sex Link

Available 5/13
The Black Sex Link chicken is a heritage cross between a Barred Rock and Rhode Island Red. You get the best of both worlds with this hybrid breed. With excellent egg yield and a robust conformation, this is a great dual-purpose breed.
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Rhode Island Red

Rhode Island Red

Rhode Island Red

Available 5/13
This heritage chicken breed is one of the most popular layer hens on the market. Rhode Island Reds are well-regarded for being particularly hardy and resilient. If you are looking for a dependable bird with great egg laying capabilities, this is the egg layer for you.
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Black Australorp

Black Australorp

Black Australorp

Available 5/13
This dual-purpose heritage breed originates from Australia. Black Australorps are exceptionally calm and easy to handle, making them ideal for backyard flocks and small farms. They are highly regarded for their egg laying capabilities.
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Buff Orpington

Buff Orpington

Buff Orpington

Available 5/13
This brown egg layer is an all-time fan favorite among poultry lovers. Buff Orpingtons are well-known for being one of the friendliest chicken breeds, perfect as a backyard chicken or companion. They are more likely to go broody, so they are ideal for growers that want to hatch their own baby chicks.
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Silver Laced Wyandotte

Silver Laced Wyandotte

Silver Laced Wyandotte

Available 5/13
This beautiful black and white chicken is a favorite for exhibition. Their tight, almond shaped feathers give off a distinctive lace pattern. The Silver Laced Wyandotte is the original variety of Wyandotte, with other color variations stemming from this breed.
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Golden Laced Wyandotte

Golden Laced Wyandotte

Golden Laced Wyandotte

Available 5/13
This beautiful black and gold chicken has attractive feathering that is popular within the show circuit. They are hardy, reliable birds suitable for any backyard flock. The Golden Laced Wyandotte is a color variation of the Silver Laced Wyandotte.
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Delaware

Delaware

Delaware

Available 3/26
As the name suggests, Delaware chickens were developed in the state of Delaware in the 1940s. This heavy dual-purpose breed was originally bred to be a meat bird, but is now favored for their egg laying capabilities. This breed adds a touch of beauty and utility to any flock.
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Plymouth Blue Rock

Plymouth Blue Rock

Plymouth Blue Rock

Available 5/13
This hybrid is crossed with an Andalusian male and Plymouth Barred Rock female. This is a newer breed that is becoming more popular. Plymouth Blue Rocks are considered to be an exceptionally attractive chicken breed. Their unique coloration may range from blueish gray to lavender.
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Light Brahma

Light Brahma

Light Brahma

Available 5/13
These birds have beautiful feathered feet, making them a standout choice for any backyard or exhibition. The Light Brahma chicken is very large, but don't let their intimidating size fool you. These chickens are as gentle and docile as they come.
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Black Jersey Giant

Black Jersey Giant

Black Jersey Giant

Available 5/13
True to their name, this is one of the largest dual-purpose chicken breeds on the market. The Black Jersey Giant is a gentle one, however. They have a good reputation for being friendly and calm. This breed is a good choice for backyard flocks and for those wishing to raise a pet.
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Versatile Brown Egg Laying Hens

Whether you are seeking commercial brown egg layers or mid-production layers for your small backyard flock, we offer 13 unique breeds to match your needs. 

Brown Eggs vs White Eggs — What's the Difference?
Aside from the pigment of the eggshell, there is no nutritional difference between a brown egg and a white egg. But they certainly are beautiful! Brown eggs can come in a variety of shades, from earthy tans to dark reddish brown. Occasionally, some eggs may even be speckled. 

Choosing the Right Layers
Most brown egg layers are hardy and docile, making them ideal for backyard chicken keepers.

One of our most popular breeds is the Rhode Island Red. They have earned the adoration of poultry keepers worldwide for their hardiness and reliability. 

And everyone loves Buff Orpingtons — probably because they are friendly and productive! Keep in mind that this breed is notoriously broody. Read more about Orpingtons to see if they are right for you. 

For maximum egg yield, you can't go wrong with the Red Sex Link. This breed is also color sexable, so they are a great choice for those who value accuracy and efficiency for their farm. 

The heritage Delaware chicken is making a big comeback among backyard growers and poultry enthusiasts. We suggest this chicken for those who are seeking a true dual-purpose breed. 

Depending on the breed and your local climate conditions, you can expect your layer chickens to produce anywhere from 200-320 eggs per year.

How to Order
We ship our day-old chicks nationwide. You can call, email, or order online to grow your flock today. 

To ensure a safe shipment of our birds, there is a minimum order quantity. There is no minimum for pickup. Read more about each breed to check requirements. View our full catalog of layers

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With more than 30 years of hands-on experience, our team can help keep your flock healthy. We’d be glad to answer questions about raising poultry or offer advice about your current flock.

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