Poultry Nerds Podcast: A conversation about chicken, quail and turkeys with a side of humor Rainbow Egg Genetics 101: Breeding Olive Eggers, Marans & More with Mojo Homestead
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In this egg-citing episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, Carey and Jennifer are joined by Nolie from Mojo Homestead Official to crack open the colorful world of rainbow egg genetics. From breeding true blue egg layers like Ameraucanas to creating Olive Eggers with rich, speckled shells, this episode dives deep into the science, myths, and breeding strategies behind green, pink, mauve, and even “dirty river water” eggs.
Whether you're just starting out or refining a multi-generational olive egger line, you'll learn how pigment layers, homozygous genes, and selective backcrossing play a role in egg color outcomes. Plus, hear real breeder stories, common mistakes to avoid, and how to choose quality stock for your rainbow flock.
Topics Include:
- Homozygous blue egg genes explained
- F1 Olive Eggers vs. later generations
- Speckles, blooms, and egg "toner"
- Tips for managing Morans, Ameraucanas, and Olive Eggers
- Why breeding olive to olive isn’t as predictable as you think
- Real-world lessons from a Florida storm-surviving breeder
Perfect for beginner and advanced poultry breeders looking to master egg color genetics the right way!
Olive Eggers, rainbow egg chickens, egg color genetics, Ameraucana vs Easter Egger, how to breed Olive Eggers, Morans chickens, green egg layers, pink eggs, poultry genetics, backcrossing Olive Eggers, homestead chickens, Mojo Homestead
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