The Matriarchs from Blue Yurt Farms

Merida & The Quads

These 5 ladies came to us as laying hens from friends and local homesteaders here in Floyd. They have been raised on organic & fermented feed since they were at Blue Yurt Farms!


Our Easter Egger was quickly named Merida from the main character in the movie Brave for being the 1st brave hen to breach the coop and meet the dogs after their big move to the farm. While in the movie Merida has 3 brothers called "The Triplets", we have The Quads which are 4 beautiful black Australorps. The Quads have individual names too, but it can be a challenge to tell who is who! You can try - Nettles, Stiletto, Gladiola, & Sheana.

The Flock

Brooding 60 chicks was quite the welcome to Spring for us our 1st year!

Lessons learned along the way, with much love and appreciation!