Learn all about our pasture-raised laying hen (eggs) operation at Forrest Green Farm. Spend the day with Rob as he shows you his laying hen set up. Move the chickens in the pasture, collect eggs, and ask any questions you might have about raising pasture poultry. You will take home a dozen eggs!
This is not a farm tour. This is an intensive class with the goal of teaching you all about how to raise laying hens successfully. This class is ideal for homesteaders, backyard chicken raising, or someone who wants to start or scale up a chicken farming business.
Laying Hens
Breed selection and purchasing Raising pullets successfully Scaling your operation Shelter/housing How to purchase and to set up movable net fencing Experience moving chickens on pasture and creating a schedule Rain water catch system and long distance watering hose Feed quality and options Health and nutrition of the flock Livestock Guardian Dogs & Geese Egg collection and cleaning (you will take home a dozen eggs) Egg safety and resale guidelines Ways to market & sell your pasture raised eggs (ie. retail, wholesale) Record keeping and pricing to make a profit
COST: $150 per person includes a dozen pasture-raised eggs.
$350 for both Pasture Poultry 101 classes. If you are interested in taking both Pasture Poultry 101 classes (broilers and layers), you will receive a discount if you sign up in one transaction. Save $50 when you register for both classes!
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Louisa, 23093 United States + Google Map