by McMurray Staff | Mar 18, 2015 | Chicken Breeds
History Barred rocks were developed in New England in the 1800s. The Barred Rock entered the standard in 1874. The exact heritage of the Barred Rock is slightly unclear, as several people have claimed credit for developing the breed. Barred Rocks appear to have been...
by McMurray Staff | Dec 29, 2014 | Miscellaneous
We certainly hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and we look forward to another wonderful New Year! Don’t forget to start your Murray McMurray Hatchery online wish list so you can plan appropriately for 2015!
by McMurray Staff | Dec 2, 2014 | Contests
The weekend of November 21st through 23rd, 2014 was one that will be remembered by many as the start of what generations ahead will read about with curiosity and appreciation. What started as a vision from event producer, Bart Pals, to the fruition of the event being...
by McMurray Staff | Dec 1, 2014 | Heritage Breeds, Turkeys
A question recently asked on the Murray McMurray Hatchery facebook page was this, “I have never raised turkeys before, what is the best breed for me?” While this question certainly can generate many valid opinions, it is almost too difficult of a question...
