Chickenstock at Gower's in Ranson, WV.

[Chicken Junkies]

nunlef: I tried to bring some 1 week old chicks to the last WV Chickenstock. I called the WV Dept of Ag about bringing the chicks to sell and was told that I am not to bring a bird of any age that has not been tested. So I had to leave my chicks at home

All you people from out of state or anyone with questions on bringing your birds to Chickenstock on May 19th can call Linda at Gower's. She is a certified tester and can answer all your questions. Her number is 304-728-7777.

 

[nunlef]

nunlef:  I tried to bring some 1 week old chicks to the last WV Chickenstock.  I called the WV Dept of Ag about bringing the chicks to sell and was told that I am not to bring a bird of any age that has not been tested.  So I had to leave my chicks at home 

Thanks so much for letting me know. We do own a house in wv, but we already switched our licenses over to va. I wonder if I could use a checkbook as proof of wv residence

 

[gootziecat]

I hope to bring 2 buff Brahma pullets, a true Araucana splash cockerel, possibly a pair of special needs LF Salmon Faverolles (if anyone is interested, PM me), and some mixed Silkies.

 

[nunlef]

Hi,
I was on the phone the the WV AG dept ( and various field offices). And the guy that will be at the Gower's chickenstock told me...
Birds less than 6 months old from an NPIP flock may come and be cleared by parentage, no adult chickens from out of state may come if they are not npip certified.
(conversation not verbatim )
So, I don't think I will be selling unless Virginia magically gets paperwork done in the next week. I will be there looking, though, I really want another rooster

Just thought I would post that for other newbie types like me.

 

[Chicken Junkies]

We have been posting flyers all over for the Gower's Chickenstock. If anyone could post some at points east and south of the Ranson/Charlestown area , we'd appreciate it. The more advertising we get out there, the more people will show up and make it a great swap. Hope to see you all there!

We have several colors of Guinea hatching this week, along with Button and Coturnix Quail in several colors. Peachicks and Royal Palm turkeys should hatch next week, along with a bunch of Serama, BLRW, RIR, BO, Wheaten/Blue Wheaten Ameraucana and Olive Eggers.

Messages and emails this week from people who are bringing watering and feeding equipment, bird houses, incubator, ducks, Flemish Giant bunnies, Lops, Crested Polish, started Light Brahma and Buff Brahma chicks, horse tack... plus much, much more!
See you all there!

 

[mhwc56]

i'll be there . i'll have Coturnix

 

[Chicken Junkies]

i'll be there . i'll have Coturnix

Those are NICE Cots too. Rare colors! Heard you might have some cute little Seramas too. Don't hold out on us now!

 

[Chicken Junkies]

OK, here are the latest WV Requirements - Can be found at WVDA website - http://www.wvagriculture.org/ Or if questions can call WVDA Animal Health Division- 304-558-2214

Sheep/Goats- All sheep and goats must be Scrapie tagged OR tattooed with registration papers present. If from out of state then must also have Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (health certificate from vet) which is good for 30 days.

Equine- All horses/ponies/donkeys, etc must have a negative Coggins test dated within 1 year. If out of state then must also have Certificate of Veterinary Inspection within 30 days.

Poultry- Out of State- Must be NPIP certified and have 9-2 form showing test dates for Pullorum typhoid testing (within 90 days) or 9-3 forms showing that birds originated from a PT clean flock and all out of state birds must also show negative Avian Influenza testing (within 10 days of sale). Poultry can also travel on Certificate of Veterinary Inspection with these test dates listed as previously mentioned.

In state poultry- Need to be NPIP certified or can be tested day of Chickenstock. (Arrive early - 7am as there may be a line.)

Jonathan Taylor’s phone number as he is the WVDA Animal Health Technician for this area. (304-254-4022)

 

[zakjan]

I will be bringing Loads of silkie Chicks. Lot's of colors.

Also we make All Natural-Hand Crafted-Home Made soaps we will bring too if we are allowed.
Is this considered a country craft? I will email to find out.

"Country Roads Inspiration"

Of Berkeley Springs, WV

Janice

 

[Chicken Junkies]

I will be bringing Loads of silkie Chicks. Lot's of colors.

Also we make All Natural-Hand Crafted-Home Made soaps we will bring too if we are allowed.
Is this considered a country craft? I will email to find out.

"Country Roads Inspiration"

Of Berkeley Springs, WV

Janice

Both Silkies and Soaps will be welcome. See you there!

Just in this weekend... cages, Lavender Guineas, pheasants, Doms, Buff Orps, chicken crafts, hatching eggs.