I don't usually cull my chickens using the cone method but I might try again with a new constructed cone using this article, Very well put together and is easy to understand will probably recommend to some of my friends or neighbors.
How To Make Chicken Kill Cones
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Burnt Brass Homestead
Yes, a construction/traffic cone (plastic cartoon, 5-gallon bucket, etc) can be used with modifications. However, the cones end up being too short once modifications are made to allow the chicken's body and head to fit through. Therefore the chickens can kick out if you do not hold them down (which slows the butchering process for us).
But don't get me wrong, I am one who is definitely in favor of repurposing things that already exist on the homestead. However, I personally would not purchase traffic cones to make chicken kill cones.
We wanted 4 to make the process go quicker with the large group of people we have to assist with the butchering. So, I purchased a roll of galvanized flashing for about $20, and made 4 kill cones that are deep enough that the chickens can't kick out. The galvanize cones look nice and cleans fairly easily.
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But don't get me wrong, I am one who is definitely in favor of repurposing things that already exist on the homestead. However, I personally would not purchase traffic cones to make chicken kill cones.
We wanted 4 to make the process go quicker with the large group of people we have to assist with the butchering. So, I purchased a roll of galvanized flashing for about $20, and made 4 kill cones that are deep enough that the chickens can't kick out. The galvanize cones look nice and cleans fairly easily.
Thank you for reading the article and providing your feedback
Burnt Brass Homestead
Thank you for the wonderful feedback.
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Thanks so much for the feedback!
I also have a video for those who prefer visual instructions.