Our high-yielding, fast-growing Cornish Cross broilers can reach processed weights of 4.5 to 6 lbs in as little as 6 to 8 weeks. For added versatility, this breed can be processed at 4 weeks for Cornish hens. This highly efficient breed is suitable for pasture based systems.
Cornish Cross: The Best Broiler for Your Farm
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Our high-yield, broad-breasted Cornish Cross breed makes great fryers (broilers) and roasters because of the weights that can be achieved. With a shorter grow out period, can be used for Cornish hens.
This Cornish Cross breed has an excellent feed conversion, livability, strong legs, and a maximum white meat yield with a plump full confirmation. At 6 to 8 weeks of age processed weights of 4 ½ to 6 lbs. can be obtained. Higher weights can be obtained depending on the final grow out duration. With using a well-managed care and feeding program, customers have achieved processed weights of 10 to 14 lb. roasters and capons within 10 to 14 weeks.
You can also use this breed for Cornish hens (game hens) or Cornish poussins (French term for young chicken) 28 to 31 days will yield a processed 1 to 1 ¼ lb. bird; 32 to 38 days 1 ½ to 2 lb. bird.
Not all Cornish Cross chicks are the same, we use a breed that holds their weight and do not go down on their legs.
Feeding Recommendations:
- First two weeks: 23-25% protein starter
- After two weeks: 20-22% protein grower
Minimum Order Quantity: 5
If you order multiple large orders (over 5,000 total) throughout the season, please contact us.
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