{"product_id":"isa-brown-female-9-12-weeks-fully-vaccinated","title":"ISA Brown Female 9–12 Weeks Fully Vaccinated","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFriendly hybrid layers known for abundant brown eggs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eISA Browns are commercial hybrid chickens valued for strong brown-egg production and a calm, approachable temperament. Their manageable size and adaptability make them a practical choice for beginners and backyard egg flocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ISA Brown is a commercial laying hybrid rather than a heritage breed. Hens have reddish-brown plumage with lighter feathers, while males are predominantly white. Breeding ISA Browns together does not reliably reproduce the same appearance or laying traits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHens commonly begin laying at 18-22 weeks and can produce roughly 280-330 eggs during their first full laying year under suitable conditions. Eggs are brown and usually large, with size increasing as hens mature. Production varies with nutrition, daylight, health and management, and declines with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eISA Browns are usually calm, friendly and comfortable in well-managed backyard housing. For Central Florida, provide generous shade, reliable fresh water and strong coop ventilation. Secure housing, dry bedding, a balanced layer ration once laying begins, and room to scratch and explore support good everyday care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eISA Brown Breed Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eEgg Color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eBrown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eEgg Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eLarge to extra-large\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eApprox. Eggs \/ Year\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003e280-330 in first full laying year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eApprox. Age at First Lay\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003e18-22 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eCalm, friendly, docile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eMature Hen Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003e4.5-5.5 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eMature Rooster Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003e6-7 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003ePurpose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eEgg production\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eBroodiness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eHeat Tolerance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eGood with shade and ventilation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eCold Tolerance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eGood with dry, draft-protected housing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eConfinement Tolerance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eGood with adequate space and enrichment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eForaging \/ Free-Range Ability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eAppearance \/ Distinctive Characteristics\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eHens: reddish-brown with lighter feathers; roosters: mostly white; single comb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eBeginner Friendly\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eFamily \/ Child Friendly\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eYes; supervise children\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eFlock Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003eGood with calm flockmates; monitor introductions and bullying\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;vertical-align:top;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eHousing \/ Space Notes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px\"\u003ePlan at least 4 sq ft per bird in the coop and 10 sq ft in the run; more space is preferable. Prioritize shade and airflow.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Hard Run Acres Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54083064824108,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/1381\/5852\/files\/hra-isa-brown-hen-ai-placeholder-20260930-222949_1946888f-20d8-4df4-8630-2fb37972e15f.png?v=1790807605","url":"https:\/\/hard-run-acres-farm.myshopify.com\/products\/isa-brown-female-9-12-weeks-fully-vaccinated","provider":"Hard Run Acres Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}