Welcome to Bonds Backyard Layers
Premium Poultry Breeds for Every Need
Advanced Breeding Program
At Bonds Backyard Layers, our breeding program is led by Dr. Jeffrey Moth, one of Australia’s leading poultry geneticists.
Genetic Expertise
Dr. Jeffrey Moth, with over 30 years of experience, has developed superior breeds such as Siro-CT, Siro-CB, and Hy-Line Gold layers.
High-Performance Lines
Our genetic programs incorporate both Australian and imported bloodlines to produce high-performance breeding and commercial lines.
Behavioural Characteristics
We select for both economic and behavioural characteristics, resulting in quiet, friendly, and easy-to-manage poultry.
Family Owned & Operated Since 1978
At Bonds Backyard Layers, we are committed to providing the highest quality poultry breeds designed for superior production, health, and manageability.
Our breeds are carefully developed through advanced breeding programs led by top poultry geneticists to ensure you receive the best birds for your needs.
Bond White
Breed
Leghorn Cockeral over Rhode Island White Hen
A pure white, small-framed crossbred known for excellent liveability and high feed efficiency egg production. These chickens produce white to off-white shelled eggs and are ideal for efficient egg production.
Egg Production
- Age at 50% Production: 150-160 days
- Peak Production: 92-94%
- Age at Peak Production: 26-28 weeks
- Eggs per Hen Housed (12 months of lay):
290-300 - Average Egg Weight (12 months of lay):
60-61g
Liveability
- Day Old to 16 Weeks: 97-98%
- Laying Period to 12 Months of Lay: 93-95%
Egg Characteristics
- Shell Colour – White/Off White
Feed Consumption
- Day Old to 16 Weeks: 5-5.5kg
- Daily Consumption During Lay: 105-115g
Body Weight
- Average at 16 Weeks: 1.4kg
- Average at 72 Weeks: 1.95kg
Bond Brown
Breed
Rhode Island Red Cockeral over Rhode Island White Hen
A variegated brown crossbred layer, highly productive and known for laying large brown-shelled eggs. This breed has excellent liveability, a docile temperament, and efficient feed conversion.
Egg Production
- Age at 50% Production: 140-150 days
- Peak Production: 92-96%
- Eggs per Hen Housed (12 months of lay):
295-305 - Eggs per Hen Housed (14 months of lay):
335-345 - Egg Mass per Hen Housed (12 months of lay):
18.8-19.8kg - Egg Mass per Hen Housed (14 months of lay):
21.4-22.4kg - Average Egg Weight (12 months of lay):
63.5-64.5g - Average Egg Weight (14 months of lay):
64.0-65.0g
Liveability
- Rearing: 97-98%
- Laying Period: 94-96%
Egg Characteristics
- Shell Colour – Uniformly Brown
Feed Consumption
- 1st-20th Week: 7.4-7.8kg
- During Production: 112-122g/day
- Feed Conversion: 2.1-2.3 kg/kg
Body Weight
- At 20 Weeks: 1.6-1.7kg
- At End of Production: 1.9-2.1kg
Bond Black
Breed
Rhode Island Red Cockeral over Australorpe Hen
An easy-care bird that produces light brown-shelled eggs and performs well under variable conditions. The Bond Black is known for its adaptability and consistent performance.
Egg Production
- Age at 50% Production: 155-165 days
- Peak Production: 92-94%
- Age at Peak Production: 26-28 weeks
- Eggs per Hen Housed (12 months of lay):
280-300 - Average Egg Weight (12 months of lay):
60-61g
Liveability
- Day Old to 16 Weeks: 97-98%
- Laying Period to 12 Months of Lay: 95-97%
Egg Characteristics
- Shell Colour – Brown
Feed Consumption
- Day Old to 15 Weeks: 6-6.5kg
- Daily Consumption During Lay: 115-125g
Body Weight
- Average at 16 Weeks: 1.6kg
- Average at 72 Weeks: 2.05kg