Crains Run Ranch

Crains Run Ranch raises Buckeye chickens in Miamisburg, Ohio, in Montgomery County and the Miami Valley near Dayton. The ranch follows standards set by national poultry associations and conducts regular health screenings, including tests for common pathogens and breeder clearances. Birds are rotated through pasture paddocks and provided shelter in well-ventilated coops outfitted with natural bedding and warm roosting areas during cooler months.

Frequent, gentle handling from an early age fosters calm temperaments and helps birds adapt to farm routines. As a family-operated farm, Crains Run Ranch blends hands-on attention with respect for heritage traits in this uniquely American breed. Owner Jeffrey Lay has worked with Buckeye chickens on this property for multiple seasons, refining breeding selections for robust health and liveliness. Seasonal feeding plans emphasize non-GMO grains and fresh garden greens, reflecting the ranch’s commitment to sustainable, responsible husbandry.