Like the Ideal 236, Production Blacks are a productive white egg layer that was originally developed at Ideal Poultry Breeding Farms, Inc. in the 1960's from White Leghorns, Brown Leghorns, Anconas and California Grays for resistance to Marek's Disease. Production Black chicks are primarily black with white abdomens, chests and wing tips, and a white spot on top of the head. They have single combs and clean, yellow legs and feet. The feathers of adult Production Blacks are barred, black and white. They have a similar body to the Ideal 236 and are slightly larger than a typical White Leghorn.
 
Purpose:
Dual
 
 
Comb Type:
Single
Egg Color:
White
Egg Size:
Extra Large
Rate of Lay:
240/Year
Broodiness:
No
Temperament:
Docile
Leg Style:
Clean
 
 
Cold Tolerance:
Hardy
Mature Male Weight:
5.5 lbs
Mature Female Weight:
4 lbs