Sweden’s Cold-Hardy Landrace – Resilient, Gentle, and Beautifully Unique
Hedemora chickens, a
historic Swedish landrace breed, are among the
hardiest chickens in the world. Bred to withstand Sweden’s harsh winters, they are
exceptionally cold-hardy, making them a perfect choice for
northern climates. Their
gentle temperament and adaptability make them a favorite among backyard chicken keepers, while their
varied plumage colors and feather types ensure every flock is beautifully diverse.
Breed Characteristics
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Country of Origin: Sweden – A rare landrace with centuries of adaptation.
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Size: Hens ~4 lbs, Roosters ~5 lbs – Sturdy and well-built.
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Egg Production: ~150
creamy white to beige eggs per year, sometimes speckled.
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Temperament:
Calm, friendly, and well-suited for confinement—a great homestead bird.
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Broodiness: Often broody and known for being
excellent mothers.
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Climate Adaptation:
Extremely cold-hardy, though they may struggle in high heat.
A Stunning & Diverse Breed
Hedemoras come in a
wide range of colors and feather types, including
smooth, frizzle, and woolly feathering, making them one of the most visually unique breeds. Your chicks may hatch with an array of
patterns and textures, adding both beauty and genetic strength to your flock.
What You’ll Receive
Your hatching eggs come
directly from our well-maintained breeding flock, ensuring strong genetics and a
beautiful mix of colors. Our photos reflect the
actual birds you may hatch, offering a glimpse of the
rich variety within this breed.
Ordering & Shipping Details
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Choose Your Shipping Week – We ship
Monday to Wednesday to ensure freshness.
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Expertly Packed for Safe Arrival – Each egg is carefully wrapped in soft tissue, placed in a secure carton, and cushioned with biodegradable packing materials, OR packed with a foam egg shipper and double boxed.
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Tracked & Insured Shipping – Sent via
USPS Priority Insured or Express. A
$15 shipping surcharge applies due to USPS policy updates.
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Please leave a note at checkout if you need your package held at the post office for pick up.
Our Commitment to Quality
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Extra Eggs When Available – We include bonus eggs when possible!
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NPIP-Certified & A/I Clean – Our flock meets
National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP) standards under participant #31-1508 (Tina Hines).
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Virtual & Local Engagement – While we do not offer public farm visits, we share flock updates through
photos, video calls, and designated off-site pick-ups for local buyers.
Support for Hatchers
New to hatching? We’re here to help! Whether you’re an experienced breeder or trying incubation for the first time, we offer
guidance and support to ensure a successful hatch.
Disclaimer: Please be aware that while Cluck It All Farms takes every precaution to ensure the highest quality of our hatching eggs, several factors can impact the hatch rate and development of embryos. These include incubation practices, handling during shipment, and the environment in which eggs are incubated. While our eggs have a 90% hatch rate under controlled farm conditions, variations can occur during transit such as detached air cells, which may affect the hatchability. We are committed to transparency and quality but cannot guarantee specific outcomes once eggs leave our farm. For best results, we recommend following our detailed
hatching guide and contacting us for any queries or support needed throughout your hatching journey.