Checkmate Farm

Checkmate Farm is a Buckeye chicken breeder in Bluemont, VA, Loudoun County and Northern Virginia near Washington, D.C. Joe and Kathy Donovan are longtime poultry enthusiasts with over a decade of breeding experience, follow American Poultry Association standards, and maintain regular health screenings for each flock. They rotate pasture grazing to support natural foraging, shelter the birds in weatherproof coops, and begin gentle handling early to foster a calm temperament.

On a family farm that blends tradition with careful record-keeping, they keep lineage records to preserve heirloom traits. A recent visitor noted the flock’s sturdy health and quiet demeanor. Their approach combines practical land stewardship with a focus on breed authenticity. Eggs from Checkmate Farm are known for deep-orange yolks and sturdy shells that suit small-scale homesteads. Their small annual hatch batches help maintain strong bloodlines and give families confidence in healthy, heritage stock.

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Species	chicken buckeye
Website	www.checkmatefarm.com
Email	kathy@checkmatefarm.com
Phone	+1 540-554-2858
Owners	Joe Donovan, Kathy Donovan
Location	Bluemont, VA, 20135, USA