Current Breeds We Carry
| Breed Name | Description | Egg Color | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy Laying Barnyard | Hardy, excellent layers | Mixed | In Stock |
| Ayam Cemani | Known for their BLACK Meat | White/Cream | Out of Stock |
| Lavender Orpington | Dual-purpose, friendly | Light Brown | Out of Stock |
| Calico Cochin Bantam* | Fluffy, Friendly Incredible broody Mothers | Cream/ White | In Stock |
| Serama Bantam* | White/ Cream | Out of Stock |
Available Hatching Eggs
| Breed | Egg color | Egg size | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calico Cochin Bantam* | Cream/Light Pink | Small | Available |
| Heavy Laying Barnyard | MIXED | Large | Available |
| Ayam Cemani | Cream | Medium | Limited |
| Lavender Orpington | Light Brown | Medium | Sold out |
| Silkie Cochin Cross | Cream/ White | Medium | Limited |
| Serama Bantam* | White/Cream | Small | Limited |
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Ayam Cemani
The All Black Chicken
Egg Color
Cream to light brown
Average Size
4-6 lbs
Temperament
Friendly, active, intelligent
The Ayam Cemani is a rare breed of chicken from Indonesia. They have a dominant gene that causes hyperpigmentation, making the chicken mostly black including feathers, beak, and internal organs.
Interesting Facts
- Completely black inside and out, including bones and organs
- Considered sacred and mystical in Indonesian culture
- One of the rarest chicken breeds in the world
- Excellent foragers and adapt well to free-range environments
- Hens lay approximately 60-100 eggs per year
Meet Our Flock
Pearl
Pepper
Sky
Donut
Grandma & Grandpa
Poppy
Peep
Betty
Maggie
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- Choose a suitable brooder container
- Install heat lamp or heating plate
- Add bedding material
- Set up waterer and feeder
- Check temperature is 95°F for week 1
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Chickens
At Gumpert Homestead, we raise healthy, well-started chickens using hands-on care, thoughtful breeding, and real homestead experience. Our chickens are raised with a focus on strong genetics, calm temperaments, and long-term productivity, making them a great fit for backyard flocks, small farms, and growing homesteads.
Whether you’re new to keeping chickens or expanding an established flock, our birds are raised in clean environments with proper nutrition and daily observation—because healthy chickens start with responsible care. We prioritize hardy, adaptable birds that thrive in real-world farm conditions, not just ideal ones.
Why Choose Chickens from Gumpert Homestead?
✔ Healthy, well-raised chickens
✔ Ideal for egg production, breeding, or pets
✔ Raised on a working family homestead
✔ Trusted by backyard keepers & small farmers
Our chickens are suited for a variety of goals—from fresh eggs and sustainable food production to friendly additions to a family flock. We believe chickens should be productive, resilient, and enjoyable to raise, and we work hard to ensure every bird reflects that standard.
Raised by Homesteaders, for Homesteaders
As active homesteaders ourselves, we understand the importance of reliable livestock and honest information. We’re always happy to share guidance on flock care, housing, feeding, and integration so you can feel confident bringing new chickens home.
If you’re looking for farm-raised chickens you can trust, you’re in the right place.