Mother from NY wants a chicken farm.

[Want2farm]

Hello everyone,
I created a profile today because every time I type a question in Google regarding chickens, I am presented with a conversation between BackYard Chicken members. So, I figured this is the place to be!
I am eager to get chickens of my own for eggs and meat. I am interested in labeling the meat as "organic" or "free range" but I am still researching. Currently, I am reading the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations from ecfr.gov (Is this where I should be looking?). I am not even halfway through and I am already feeling overwhelmed.. A few questions come to mind as I am researching.. It is worth it financially to pursue the qualifications of labeling organic? Are there less qualifications if I choose to lable "free range" or "antibiotic-free" ?
Any advice or information will be greatly appreciated,

Thank you,

 

[1muttsfan]

Hi and welcome to BYC from northern Michigan

You could try asking your questions in this section -
https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/21/meat-birds-etc

 

[GoldDogsMom]

Welcome to BYC! You have come to the right place with your questions!

I wish I could answer them but I just have a few chickens for my own personal use and sell some eggs to friends so I have never dealt with the issues you are asking about.

 

[liz9910]

hope someone knows the answers you're seeking.

 

[Going Bhonkers]

Also, try asking here too: https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/231485/ny-chicken-lover

 

[sourland]

Also, try asking here too: https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/231485/ny-chicken-lover

Welcome to BYC.

 

[Kevin565]

 

[thasista]

Hi from Kentucky!

 

[redsoxs]

Greetings from Kansas, Want2Farm and

! Pleased you joined us!

 

[Mr MKK FARMS]

Hello, and Welcome to BYC!!!

Glad you joined us!!