Information on the Brabant farmer’s chicken breed

Old Vielleger from Holland

General information about the Brabant farmer’s chicken

The Brabant farm chicken or Brabanconne is an old chicken breed originating from the Netherlands & Beligen. This laying breed has been around since the end of the 17th century.

Appearance of Brabant farm chickens

The legs are grayish blue, the beaks yellow and black. The ear lobes are white, the single crest and wattles are a rich red. The small cap does not grow on the top of the skull. Orange-red eyes observe everything very curiously. The males normally weigh around 2.5 kg.

Existing dwarf form

Yes, Brabant Dwarf Farmer’s Chicken

Colors of Brabant farm chickens

quail
blue quail
yellow black columbia
white
black
blue
yellow

Keeping Brabant farm chickens

Brabanconne are very lively animals that can fly very well thanks to their large wings. They are characterized by their eager foraging and like to be kept in large enclosures or free-range. They mature very late by nature and the hens only start laying eggs from around 6 months.

Character of Brabant farm chickens

Their lively but pleasant temperament makes up for the fact that you have to put more effort into taming them than with other breeds. A lot of patience and a handful of food often work wonders. However, they are unlikely to become hand-tame.

Eggs from Brabant farm hens

Farm hens lay approx. 180 pure white eggs weighing approx. 70g.