Maine

[buckabucka]

I have a lot of questions.

The USDA site says that if I want to be NPIP certified, that the first step is to contact the state veterinarian. Is that just so they can provide a list of testers? Does everything have to go through that office first, or can you work backwards through a tester?

Also, I've never participated in a swap. Do I have to be NPIP certified to sell chicks, adult poultry, or hatching eggs? Do I need some kind of license?

It seems that there is not much regulation (at least within the state). People sell chickens on Craigslist all the time and I doubt they are all licensed or certified. It may be that there are lots of regulations, but that they are not strictly enforced.

How do I find this stuff out? I've been poking around online, but not running into anything helpful, so I'm hoping you all have the answers!

 

[Wee Acre Farm]

I have a lot of questions.

The USDA site says that if I want to be NPIP certified, that the first step is to contact the state veterinarian. Is that just so they can provide a list of testers? Does everything have to go through that office first, or can you work backwards through a tester?

Also, I've never participated in a swap. Do I have to be NPIP certified to sell chicks, adult poultry, or hatching eggs? Do I need some kind of license?

It seems that there is not much regulation (at least within the state). People sell chickens on Craigslist all the time and I doubt they are all licensed or certified. It may be that there are lots of regulations, but that they are not strictly enforced.

How do I find this stuff out? I've been poking around online, but not running into anything helpful, so I'm hoping you all have the answers!

No you do not have to go through the state veterinarian to get tested. there was a problem of getting a tester to test your birds. So there have been at least 3 new testers so far that will do it. The testers are now independant so you just contact one of them. No you do not have to be NPIP tested inorder to sell your birtds. Once your tested you can only buy from NPIP farms, you cannot bring in other birds. Contact Clover Run Farm and she can give you the ins and outs of it.

 

[kinsey228]

I also have a dozen of Icelandic hatching eggs for sale for $20

I have wanted Icelandics for what seems like forever! The hubby would kill me if I hatched out a dozen though.

 

[Carrie54452002]

I have 10 Heritage Delaware chicks one week old for sale, $5 each. These are a dual purpose bird and lay a large brown egg.

I also have a dozen of Icelandic hatching eggs for sale for $20

Where are you located?

 

[buckabucka]

I have a lot of questions.


The USDA site says that if I want to be NPIP certified, that the first step is to contact the state veterinarian. Is that just so they can provide a list of testers? Does everything have to go through that office first, or can you work backwards through a tester?


Also, I've never participated in a swap. Do I have to be NPIP certified to sell chicks, adult poultry, or hatching eggs? Do I need some kind of license?


It seems that there is not much regulation (at least within the state). People sell chickens on Craigslist all the time and I doubt they are all licensed or certified. It may be that there are lots of regulations, but that they are not strictly enforced.


How do I find this stuff out? I've been poking around online, but not running into anything helpful, so I'm hoping you all have the answers!

No you do not have to go through  the state veterinarian to get tested.  there was a problem of getting a tester to test your birds.  So there have been at least 3 new testers so far that will do it.  The testers are now independant so you just contact one of them.  No you do not have to be NPIP tested inorder to sell  your birtds.  Once your tested you can only buy from NPIP farms, you cannot bring in other birds.  Contact Clover Run Farm and she can give you the ins and outs of it.

Thanks.
I hadn't thought about the fact that you wouldn't want to bring in other birds that weren't from NPIP farms. That makes sense.

And like Carrie, I was wondering where you are located.
I used to be longing for Icelandics, but probably couldn't fit them at this point. How big are the combs on Icelandics? I am wondering about frostbite. Are they good layers?

 

[Clover Run]

here is the list of state testers
http://www.centralmainebirdfanciers.org/INDEPENDENT POULTRY TESTERS.htm

it's fairly recent but I don't think it includes all the new testers but maybe clover farm can verify that.

This list is old and there are many changes in progress regarding NPIP Certification. Anyone looking for a tester please call the state directly for an accurate list. This list is from the bird club not an official state site.

 

[Clover Run]

Thanks.
I hadn't thought about the fact that you wouldn't want to bring in other birds that weren't from NPIP farms. That makes sense.

And like Carrie, I was wondering where you are located.
I used to be longing for Icelandics, but probably couldn't fit them at this point. How big are the combs on Icelandics? I am wondering about frostbite. Are they good layers?

I am happy to answer any questions anyone may have. I just came from a meeting with the new State Vet - Michelle Walsh (yeah a woman!! - and she is tough enough to deal with the old boys club - finally!!) last week regarding NPIP testing. There are changes being made so it is better to do it correctly now and not have to redo later. It is not complicate at all.

 

[Wee Acre Farm]

Thanks.
I hadn't thought about the fact that you wouldn't want to bring in other birds that weren't from NPIP farms. That makes sense.

And like Carrie, I was wondering where you are located.
I used to be longing for Icelandics, but probably couldn't fit them at this point. How big are the combs on Icelandics? I am wondering about frostbite. Are they good layers?

Where are you located?

I am located in Hartford, The combs on Icelandics are smaller, they are ideal for the weather in Maine. I can sell like 6 eggs if you would like, My birds did not have a problem with frostbite as did the bigger comb bird that I have

 

[Clover Run]

This list is old and there are many changes in progress regarding NPIP Certification. Anyone looking for a tester please call the state directly for an accurate list. This list is from the bird club not an official state site.

There are a few new testers. Scott DeMoranville up north and there were a couple being certified at a recent meeting - I do not know if they are official yet. I can try to get a list from the Adi. office and post it here. Will be next week. That way you can contact closest to you and save on mileage costs.

 

[buckabucka]

Thanks for the information Clover Run. I may be pursuing this soon.

Wee Acre Farm, Hartford is a bit of a trek (although a lot closer than Lubec!), but depending on the results of this first hatch, I may be interested in a half dozen for my next hatch. That won't be until mid-late March, if you suspect you might still have eggs to sell at that point. I'll know what I get out of this first hatch in a couple of weeks.