Commercial meat-production hybrid. Reaches butcher weight (6-8 lbs) in 6-8 weeks. NOT a heritage breed - cannot reproduce naturally past 1 generation. Pure efficiency.
About this breed
Quick facts: Cornish Cross
Origin
USA - 1950s commercial hybrid
Egg color
N/A
Egg size
N/A
Personality & temperament
Best for: meat only
Eggs & laying
Meat hybrid; not bred for eggs.
Buying tips
Confirm NPIP status before any interstate shipment.
Day-old chicks ship USPS Express Mail; allow 24-72h transit and brood at 95F first week.
Ask about vaccinations (Marek's especially) and parent-stock provenance.
Show-quality birds command a premium - APA-recognized varieties only.
Live arrival guaranteed via our optional Tier 1/2/3 program when you check out.