Broilers & Meat Production Birds - Day Old Chicks for Sale

Yes, the minimum chick quantity is 6

The Cornish Cross is a fast-growing commercial standard that reaches a harvest weight of 4.5 to 6 lbs in just 6 to 8 weeks, making them ideal for quick and efficient meat production. Red Rangers are moderate growers taking 10 to 12 weeks to mature, but they are exceptionally hardy and highly active foragers, making them the perfect choice for free-range or pasture-based homesteads.

Because meat birds grow much faster than egg-laying breeds, they require a specialized diet. It is recommended to start your Cornish Cross and Red Ranger chicks on a high-protein broiler starter feed (20-23% protein) for the first 3 to 4 weeks. After that, transition them to an 18-20% grower-finisher feed until they reach your desired processing weight. Ensure they always have access to plenty of fresh water.

Harvest time depends entirely on the breed and your desired bird size. Cornish Cross broilers grow incredibly fast and are typically processed between 6 and 8 weeks of age (yielding a 4 to 6 lb dressed bird). Red Rangers grow at a more natural, steady pace and are generally ready to be harvested between 10 and 12 weeks of age.