ATTENTION BREEDERS!! 2026 **Add Power to Your Breeding Program** Whiting True Blue WTB) chickens are known for laying blue eggs. Some WTB's also carry the barring gene, which creates the striped on "cuckoo" look on their feathers. Our Whiting True Blue line carries the dominant blue egg gene and the barring feather pattern that makes them ideal for producing sex-linked hybrids. Important point: Even though barring is a sex-linked gene, Whiting True Blues do NOT hatch

Raising baby chicks can be both rewarding and challenging. One significant issue many new chick owners encounter is pasty butt—a condition that can endanger day-old chicks if not handled promptly. In this guide, we’ll explore the causes, treatment options, and effective prevention strategies for pasty butt. Let’s jump right in! What is Pasty Butt? Pasty butt, or pasty vent, occurs when droppings harden and stick to a chick's vent. This blockage can create serious health risks

Raising baby chicks can be an exciting venture, to both new and experienced poultry enthusiasts. However, one crucial aspect of caring for these delicate creatures is providing the right source of heat. While heat lamps have long been the preferred choice, brooder plates are now changing the game. This blog post explores the many benefits of using a brooder plate, highlighting its potential to revolutionize the way we rear poultry. Understanding Brooder Plates A brooder plat

Raising baby chicks is an exciting experience, but it also comes with important decisions that can affect their long-term health. One of the first questions many new chicken keepers ask is: "Do my chicks need medicated starter feed?" The answer depends largely on whether your chicks have been vaccinated against coccidiosis. Understanding what medicated starter feed is, how it works, and when it should be used will help you make the best decision for your flock. Did You Know?

One of the most common questions new chicken owners ask is, "When should I switch my chicks from starter feed to layer feed?" The simple answer is around 18 weeks of age, but understanding why chickens require different feed at different stages of life is just as important as knowing when to make the switch. Commercial poultry feeds are carefully formulated to meet a chicken's changing nutritional needs. As chicks grow into pullets and eventually become laying hens, their req

Is paying the higher price of pullet chicks affordably justified?