This moderate grower is another alternative to the fast-growing Cornish Cross. If you run a smaller operation and value less intensive feeding and growing schedules, then our Red Bro chickens are a great choice for your farm.

Red Bro: Red Broiler Chicks for Sale

This is a popular option for growers that seek a good middle ground. They are not as slow-growing as heritage breeds, nor are they as fast-growing as the Cornish Cross or Red Bro Yield. These red broiler chickens have sturdy, well-proportioned bodies and offer excellent meat yield for their size. 

Our red broiler chickens are great for free-range or pasture-raised farming systems. They are good foragers, handle cold weather well, and are usually calm. They would make a great addition to a smaller farm or homestead that caters to specialty markets.

Before placing your birds on pasture, keep your red broiler chicks in the brooder space for at least three to four weeks. Consider the local climate conditions and the time of year before putting your chickens on pasture. Ideally, it should be dry and temperatures should mirror what their brooder temperature would be.

Their appearance may vary, but these meat birds typically have dark, reddish-brown feathers with some lighter highlights underneath. Their tail is darker, and could be black in color. They also have yellow beaks, feet, and shanks. 

This broiler offers a good feed conversion rate. Growers can expect a feed conversion rate of 2.33 to 2.72 between the age 9 to 11 weeks. With optimal care, this beautiful chicken can reach a live weight of 6 to 7.3 lbs at the age of 9 to 11 weeks.

Browse our full list of meat birds here.



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