...you're not hyperventilating or something else related to being a hatchaholic are you liv? You do it any way you want to; we all have our ways that we see our "chickens thang". We are so glad you are among us; your enthusiasm and creative gifts are a joy to observe!
There is a person in Hawkinsville that has some AC chicks for sale. (See craigslist ad below.) However, if you're okay with a breed that looks very similar to Cemani (carry the same black gene) but is slightly smaller, you may want to give Orchard Hills Poultry a call (678-603-0631). They are located in Griffin and currently have the Swedish Black Hen breed (Svart Hona) on sale. (See craigslist ad on very bottom.) Hope this helps. Best of luck.
I kind of am a woman on the edge right now. In light of zero efforts to talk me out of it, I candled at day 3.5 today from the new mini bator---7 of 7 white polish eggs are spider webby and look good. I tried to look into a few in the maxi and was disappointed to see less, but I am not as used to looking into the relatively darker shells of the CL, Isbar & Orp eggs. I decided to quit and wait until Friday night which is true day 7.
My father-in-law has mentioned that I am the first in the family to reach the higher calling of our last name, so I may be a bit touchy. I don't try to save them all, but I am a research-a-holic as well and when I buy eggs I really feel like it's my duty to be as diligent as a broody hen.
My goals for this hatch are to open the incubator less & intervene less. I will also make sure that whatever happens not to give @brucifer any chick that gets a helping hand.
I've head bad things about the Hawkinsville place myself. I've never delt with them so I can't say for sure.
AMEN my Sistuh!I kind of am a woman on the edge right now. In light of zero efforts to talk me out of it, I candled at day 3.5 today from the new mini bator---7 of 7 white polish eggs are spider webby and look good. I tried to look into a few in the maxi and was disappointed to see less, but I am not as used to looking into the relatively darker shells of the CL, Isbar & Orp eggs. I decided to quit and wait until Friday night which is true day 7.
My father-in-law has mentioned that I am the first in the family to reach the higher calling of our last name, so I may be a bit touchy. I don't try to save them all, but I am a research-a-holic as well and when I buy eggs I really feel like it's my duty to be as diligent as a broody hen.
My goals for this hatch are to open the incubator less & intervene less. I will also make sure that whatever happens not to give @brucifer any chick that gets a helping hand.
We have family there & my farm partner lives in Hawkinsville...I think she said something like he's harmless but maybe not what you'd call a real breeder. Nobody wants to stir the pot, but when you get a vibe, it's best to avoid. The Svart Hona is a beautiful bird. If you'd like the OH contact info, just PM me.
