To encourage the
breeding, exhibiting and selling of pure bred Marans and their world famous dark
brown eggs.
To promote APA
Marans breeding standards of perfection based on the standards set forth by the
French Marans Club.
To create a
cooperative environment among the different breeders of Marans from across the
United States so as, to encourage a general feeling of unity among the various
components of the greater Marans community.
To provide
educational information on the breeding, husbandry and economic value of Marans
poultry.