Budget
Walk-in Coops & Covers - $4,000: Purchasing 6 large, walk-in coops, 6 large heavy-duty tarps, and 12 small tarps in case of heavy rainstorms, and stakes to secure the coops.
55 Chickens - $1,000: 45 laying hens and 10 roosters, purchased locally.
25 Ducks - $500: 20 laying ducks and 5 drakes (drakes are male ducks), purchased locally.
3-month Supply of Feed - $3,300: Includes layer feed, grow feed, bird feed, oyster shells and grit.
Electric Plucker Barrel - $400: A plucker barrel is essential for processing and packaging chickens and ducks in a timely manner.
Feeders and Waterers - $500: Chicken feeders and water bowls.
Garden Hoses and Spray Nozzles - $300: Hoses, spray nozzles, adapters, and a water hose repair kit.
Total Budget: $10,000