Today is the day I processed 14 of the 15 fry pan bargain chicks. It would have been 15 but I did have one pullet in the bunch so she was given a pardon. These guys are 21 weeks this week and are a good size and weight.
Equipment used:
Two Havalon Edge knives ( I highly recommend these for...
Bristol Vermont Chicken Ordinance
Are Chickens Allowed in this location
Yes
Max Chickens Allowed
No Restriction
Roosters Allowed
Yes
Permit Required
No
Coop Restrictions
25ft from property boundaries, 80 feet from the road
City/Organization Contact name
Bristol Zoning Committee Bob...
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