Heritage breed 11 of 20
New Hampshire
The New Hampshire was developed from Rhode Island Red stock with an emphasis on rapid growth, vigor, and practical farm production.
Breed profile
What makes the New Hampshire distinctive
- Origin
- New Hampshire, United States
- Traditional role
- Dual-purpose farm breed
- Known for
- Early maturity and rich red plumage
At our Kentucky hatchery
Our plan for this breed
The New Hampshire is one of the 20 breeds planned for our rebuilding conservation hatchery.
Our approach centers on natural mothering: chicks are hen hatched and hen raised until they are feathered out and weaned at about five weeks.