I want to raise a batch of colored range broilers from JM this spring. I only want to raise about 25-30 birds (first stab at meat birds) and am looking to split an order of chicks with someone so we can get the significant savings of ordering 50 or 100+ chicks. Somewhat flexible about timing, but would like to start the birds maybe early April. I am located in Harmony, in southern Butler County. Feel free to pass along.
If it turns out that you're unable to find someone closer, I plan order some in the Saugerties NY area.
Brandywine, order the 50. You will lose a few and could do staggered processing. The Range Broilers aren't as consistent as Cornish X. They are such cool birds. You may find yourself keeping a few for your laying flock. Get a big freezer.
Hi Guys -- I think the fifty cent savings on a chick won't justify splitting an order between NY/NE PA/SW PA. Gas prices would have to go awful low for that to make sense. PC, I'm considering it. Maybe I could sell "started" chicks for a little more than I pay for them. My main concern is coop/pen space as they get larger. I do want to try some portable pens. Will the range broilers live healthy lives as laying hens? Do they have a good productivity?
