We have had them for for about 8 weeks. They have been outside for 4 week. Yes they have lighting available for most of the day. It's on from about 8am-10pm inside the coop. But we don't force them into the coop if they don't want to be in there.
What brand is your turkey starter?Where do you...
That is currently what I am using. But only 21%The others that I have found is medicated. I am Missouri. I am going to look at a local feed store as well. But until then I will add mealworms.
We have tibetian tuxedos,pansy, fairy, and silver. A few of each.
I am hoping adding in the mealworms will help add onto the protein. I can't find feed that is higher unfortunately.
So our quail are about 10 weeks old and have yet to lay eggs Could our cold temps be the culprit? We are in Missouri and have had major fluctuations in temperatures from cold to hot. This week we remained steady. We added a heat lamp just in case. They are on flock crumble with 21%protein. I...
We are starting to raise quail to sell their eggs and chicks for a little extra income and an a fun hobby. I am looking at our states regulations but really not finding information regarding selling live quail. Is there a specific permit to sell chicks and adult quail? We are getting the $5.00...
I am in Kansas City :) From what I was reading MO requires a permit if you are selling at farmers markets or some place other than your home and you have to grade the eggs :). You don't need a permit if you are just selling from your house. I will definitely go and check that out. Thank you!
We are starting to raise quail to sell their eggs and chicks for a little extra income and an a fun hobby. I am looking at our states regulations but really not finding information regarding selling live quail. Is there a specific permit to sell chicks and adult quail? We are getting the $5.00...
So I made my own incubator yesterday. The temperature is consistently 102/103. I have tried to drop it a few degrees by putting holes in the Styrofoam. I don't want to put too many holes but will the eggs survive through 95*-103*. My temperature has been staying through that range. My...