FAIL (the browser should render some flash content, not this).

You are currently browsing the archives for the Poultry category.

Meta

Items available for purchase right now


Eggs- Smaller varieties


Eggs- Larger Varieties


Lavender Tea


Granola

Archive for the ‘Poultry’ Category

Mountain Valley View Farm, Inc. Farm Animals and Pets

Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 10:06 AM
posted by Sibella

Mountain Valley View Farm is proud to introduce our growing family of farm animals. We love our farm animals and take great pride in raising them organically, the way nature intended. Take a look at some of the farm animals you can expect to find on our family farm!

Birds

Chicken, Araucana

This unusual breed gets its name from the Indian tribe of Chile where they were first discovered. Araucanas lay beautiful, tasty eggs of blue-green shades from turquoise to deep olive.

Chicken, Plymouth Barred Rock

The quintessential American chicken, the Plymouth Barred Rock is an all-time favorite that was first bred in the 1800s.

Chicken, Red Star Hybrid

The Red Star is hardy bird that is sex-linked: that is, at birth, it easy to determine which chicks are male and which are female depending on their color. Females chicks are reddish brown and males are white.

Duck, Blue Swedish

This unusual duck has beautiful silvery blue, white, and black feathers and comes from the coastal areas of Holland, Germany, and Belgium.

Duck, Cayuga

Once the primary source of duck meat, Cayugas are an unusual and beautiful bird with glossy, iridescent black plumage that eventually turns white as they age.

Duck, Chocolate Runner

This is an ancient, hardy breed from Southeast Asia, and are sometimes called Indian Runners because they were originally imported to England on a ship from the Indies.

Duck, Gold Star Hybrid

Calm, even-tempered ducks that are excellent layers. Like Red Star chickens, their gender can be distinguished at birth by their color.

Duck, Khaki Campbell

A popular and famous breed, Khakis are some of the most reliable domestic layers. They were developed in England in 1901.

Duck, Welsh Harlequin

A beautiful, more recent breed with an excellent laying ability and unusual markings. They are quite popular.

Duck, White Layer

A lovely all-white duck that lays only white eggs, as opposed to the mixed blue and white eggs produced by the Gold Star that is its cousin.

Goose, African

Despite its name, this goose is actually descended from the wild Asian Swan Goose of China. They are active and somewhat noisier than other geese.

Goose, Brown Chinese

A smaller, lighter goose, the Brown Chinese has a more pronounced forehead knob than the other Asiatic geese.

Goose, Buff

A calm, friendly bird with coloring that is unusual for a goose. They were originally bred for meat, since the pinfeathers are easier to pluck.

Goose, French Toulouse

Hardy, commercial birds raised primarily for their meat. These Toulouse are directly descended from French birds.

Goose, Sebastopol

The gorgeous, unique Sebastopol comes from the countries around the Black Sea, and they have been around for hundreds of years. They were originally known as Danubians to the British or Danubio to the Spanish and Italians.

Goose, Super African

The Super African is a direct descendent of China’s Lion Head goose, including the pronounced dewlap on the throat. They are a fairly noisy breed, one of the best guard geese.

Goose, Toulouse

This popular goose originated in France, although nowadays many come from England. They are an excellent meat duck, a sturdy breed.

Goose, Tufted Buff

A hardy, pleasant breed that was developed as a cross between the Buff goose and the Roman Tufted goose.

Goose, Tufted Toulouse

A calm breed with all the characteristics of the French Toulouse, but with a tuft on its head like the Roman Tufted.

Goose, White Chinese

A pure white goose descended from the wild swans of China, although interestingly enough, the swans did not have the forehead knob. They are a sociable bird.

Goose, White Embden

A large white goose similar to the Toulouse, but orginating in Germany. The breed has been in existence for about 200 years.

Dogs

Cockapoo

The Cockapoo is a cross between the Cocker Spaniel and the Poodle, making an intelligent and affectionate pet. Reggie & Ginger, our first generation purebreds, have already had two litters of sweet puppies.

Icelandic Sheepdog

Our two Icelandic Sheepdogs are quiet, mild-mannered, and sweet. The breed is sturdy and energetic, still used to herd sheep in Iceland today. They are descended from dogs brought to Iceland by the Vikings.

Newfoundland

Lily, our 6 month old Newfoundland, is an absolute delight. This large, strong breed is famous for rescuing sailors and fishermen from icy waters. Lewis & Clark were accompanied by a Newfoundland named Seaman on their journeys.

Rottweiler

Cocoa is still a puppy, but she is quiet and well-behaved. Contrary to popular belief, Rottweilers are not violent or dangerous. Rather, they are loyal and reliable, with an even temperament.

Livestock

Goat, Fainting (Myotonic)

These adorable goats are bred more as pets or for their meat than for milk. When startled, their legs will go stiff and they will fall over in a faint, a harmless condition called myotonia. For a full list of the fainting goats in our herd, please click here.

Goat, Nubian

The Nubian is an excellent dairy goat, known for its rich, creamy milk that is high in butter content and gentle on the stomach. Many lactose intolerant people discover that they can drink Nubian milk. For a full list of the Nubian goats in our herd, please click here.

Horse, Icelandic

A strong and sturdy breed despite its smaller size, the Icelandic is also friendly and docile. A truly beautiful and unique horse, we are thrilled to have a small group on our farm.

Sheep, Babydoll Southdown

This ancient British breed of miniature sheep makes a gentle, friendly pet, and their cute teddy bear faces are instantly lovable. Their wool is also excellent for spinning.

Sheep, East Friesian

The East Friesian comes from Germany and is known as the best dairy producing sheep in the world. They are polled, or naturally hornless.

Sheep, Icelandic

The Icelandic sheep has been prized for its meat, milk, and wool. It is one of the oldest breeds of sheep in the world. They are very sturdy and do well in cold environments.

Red Star Chickens

Wednesday, April 20, 2011 @ 09:04 AM
posted by Sibella

Chicken Breed History:

The Red Star is a hybrid breed of chicken that, while not a breed recognized by the American Poultry Association, they are a well-known and well-loved breed among farmers and owners with smaller flocks alike. They are a sex-linked breed, meaning that males and females are different colors and can easily be identified from each other at hatching. However, the sex-linked colors do not hold true in second generation Red Stars and the genders cannot be  sorted from each other accurately. Females are red at birth and mature to reddish-brown flecked with white feathers. Males are white or light yellow at hatch and mature to white flecked with red, buff, and brown. A red male chicken (for example a Rhode Island Red or a New Hampshire Red) is crossed with a white female (often a Leghorn or a Delaware). Many different crosses are possible to create Red Star chickens, and each farm or hatchery will have its own preferred breeding cross.

Red Star chicks are sex linked in color.
Female chicks are red and males are white.

Chicken Breed Profile:

Red Star chickens are friendly and docile, and people often comment with surprise that this holds true for the roosters as well. Adult females usually weigh 5-6 lbs, while adult males will weigh 7-8 lbs. They are a good breed for people with small yards who want just enough eggs to feed their families. They are also an excellent choice for large production flocks, as the hens begin to lay eggs at 22 weeks old, earlier than many other chickens. They produce consistent quantities of eggs, and are a hardy bird that will continue to lay even in hot and cold temperatures. They produce large, brown eggs that are delicious.

Mountain Valley View Farm sells fresh, organic eggs that are laid by our flock of Red Star hens. Please click here or call 509-928-1800 for more information.

Farm Fresh Eggs for Sale!

Wednesday, February 23, 2011 @ 10:02 AM
posted by Sibella

Mountain Valley View Farm
is now selling fresh, organic eggs!

Our Barred Plymouth Rock and Red Star laying hens are producing around 15 dozen eggs per week. These chickens are free range, hormone and antibiotic free, and fed a fresh grain feed that contains no soy or animal bi-products. Eggs are ready for purchase now, and we are also taking pre-orders for future batches. We can only sell 15 dozen each week, so get on our waiting list quick to ensure that you get some of these nutritious and tasty eggs!

Organic eggs are extremely nutritious and contain significantly higher ratios of Vitamins A and E, Omega 3, and beta carotene than commercially produced eggs. They are also lower in cholesterol and saturated fat, making them an excellent choice for anyone concerned about their health. Furthermore, trace chemicals from pesticides and fertilizers have been detected in commercial eggs, and many of these chickens are given growth hormones and antibiotics to make them produce more. Chickens at Mountain Valley View Farm are fed an all-natural grain and allowed to roam and forage for food to supplement their diet. We do not use chemical pesticides or fertilizers on our farm, nor do we give our animals growth hormones or antibiotics, so you can be assured that our eggs will not have the toxins so common to commercially produced eggs. You will also love the taste of our eggs, as studies have shown that organic eggs from hens that eat a varied diet have a noticeably stronger and more pleasing flavor than commercial eggs.

Mountain Valley View Farm is a small family farm serving the Spokane/Coeur d’Alene area with healthy, farm fresh produce and more. We are located in beautiful Spokane Valley.

Eggs are $4.00/dozen and are available for pickup at Mountain Valley View Farm:

4227 S Chapman Rd
Greenacres, WA 99016

Call 509-928-1800 for more information, or to schedule a time to pick up your delicious farm fresh eggs!