How to Find Affordable Hatchery Supplies for Poultry

Whether you're just getting started raising poultry or you're looking for hatchery supplies for your current poultry farm, finding affordable hatchery supplies is an important part of the poultry business. Hobbyists in poultry or exotic game birds will benefit from more affordable hatchery supplies as well.

Instructions

1. Find deals at established hatchery suppliers. McMurray's Hatchery offers some of the best prices on live poultry, hatchery supplies and they also offer some hard to find poultry breeds. Randall Burkey Company has been in business since the 1940s offering poultry and gaming bird supplies. Smith Poultry and Game Bird Supplies sell not only hatchery supplies, but vaccines and starter kits.

2. Sign up for brochures. Most major hatcheries or hatchery supply stores allow you to sign up for yearly or bi-yearly newsletters and brochures. Not only do these brochures offer the newest hatchery supplies, they often offer deals only available to individuals on their mailing list.

3. Compare prices. If you've been using the same hatchery supplier for years, check the prices of competitors. You don't have to change your supplier completely, but by comparing prices before buying, you'll often find that another poultry supply store is having a sale on the items you need.

4. Buy in bulk. If you have a large or established hatchery, you already know the benefits of buying in bulk. If you're just getting started or have a smaller poultry farm, consider buying in larger quantities. Not only do hatchery suppliers offer discounts on larger orders, many offer free or discount shipping.

5. Buy used equipment. Buying used hatchery equipment can save a lot of money on start-up costs and maintenance. Be sure to buy from reputable or established poultry farmers or suppliers. Some hatchery supply retail stores will buy used equipment, refurbish it and sell it at a discount.

Tips & Warnings

• When buying used hatchery equipment, take measures to ensure proper sanitation.

Resources

• McMurray Hatchery Supplies
• Randall Burkey Hatchery Supplies
• Poultry Supplies