I have purchased land 30 acres i would like to start poultry farm can you advice where to get chicks?

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Answer 1

Talk to the local Farm Bureau; you'll have a lot of questions they might help with.,

Answer 2

First, and foremost, check your local bylaws and make sure poultry farming is permitted where you live. There's nothing worse than investing time and energy in a project, then having the town shut it down. Are you thinking egg production or meat birds? 100 birds or a 1000? You need to consider insurance, housing, security, lighting, feed, etc. Poultry farming is heavily regulated, and your purchase of birds will be reported to the government (at least in Ontario). You need to keep good records. If you are getting day old babies from the hatchery, you are going to need an incubator for the first few weeks. You will spend a lot of time and energy monitoring temperature, feed, water and the condition of the chicks. As the chicks get older, adequate housing is important. Are they going to be contained or free range? This is where fence and security come in. Chickens require different feed at different stages of their life, and depending on whether they are meat birds or layers. Unless you are only slaughtering 5 or 10 birds, I would NOT do this on your farm for two reasons. One is, it draws predators to the area that you used for weeks, and two, you MUST report any chickens being slaughtered to the government. Use a local slaughterhouse and they will take care of all the paperwork to keep you legal. And yes, a slaughterhouse is expensive. I would not recommend any particular website as I find many give conflicting advice. I've found talking to other farmers, and asking questions at my local feed store to be more than helpful. Find a local vet who knows chickens. Personally, I would start off with a just a few birds (say 25) to see if you really enjoy it and what is involved. It can be smelly, lot's of work, and heart breaking at times (when birds die), but it also can be a great experience to raise birds and know what they were fed and were treated humanely. It's not impossible to get started in this business and it can be rewarding. My advice is to ask questions wherever you go and don't be afraid to visit a neighbouring farm to see how they do it.

Answer 3

Call your County Extension Office. Part of the Extension Agent's job is to advise farmers and ranchers on all facets of the operations.
Do you plan to grow them for meat? We grew some years ago for our own use. They were White Cornish Rock's I believe and went from day old hatchlings to full grown birds in 5-7 weeks.
Be prepared! They grow fast but if you are trying to make money on them that is what you want because you do not need to feed them very long.
You really need to do some research. The egg laying varieties are different from the meat birds. We live in New Mexico and ordered ours from a producer in Pennsylvania and got exactly what we were looking for at a good price. I don't recall the breeder as it was years ago, but if you are going to be successful you really need to read all you can and take advantage of your Extension Service resources.
Best Wishes for a successful operation!

Answer 4

If you live in the USA try Murray McMurray Hatchery located in Webster City,Iowa. They are a big supplier to the public and many grain stores get there birds from them. They ship chicks via the Post Office. the web site is www.mcmurrayhatchery.com

Answer 5

got to Homesteading.com
or go to Google and type in
homesteading for a web search.

Many of those sites have links for ordering farm animals and such.

Also check with the local office of the Agricultural Extension Agency or a local 4-H group.

Answer 6

Around my area, we have two farm & garden shops, but you'll have to check in your area to see if any exists. Chicks will definately be sold there.

If no store, and you can't travel to get them, then I suggest a flea market. People sell them cheap, and in bunches. The thing is, before you buy, check them out to make sure they are healthy, and question the owner about their living conditions.

I hope I helped! =]

Answer 7

Find a local night club. Now that you are a landowner they'll flock to you. lol
Check with the local Farm Services office or extension service.

Answer 8

Most Farm and Feed supply stores have them.

Answer 9

Try the link below. They have about anything you can imagine as far as poultry.

http://www.mcmurrayhatchery.com/

Answer 10

try hanging out at a dive bar.