2020 HATCHING SEASON CATALOG

HATCHING QUALITY BABY POULTRY Since 1913 POLICY & TERMS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION GO PAPERLESS See pages 7-9 for what’s new! Opt for invoices to be emailed and tracking CHICKEN CARE 101 information will be sent automatically! • Use proper bedding! Do not use sawdust or news paper which can harm GUARANTEES Brooder Guide & Chick Tips your chicks! Pine shavings are preferred. Be sure to add additional • A brooder with around 18” wall height should be set bedding as needed and replace altogether once completely soiled. Townline guarantees 100% live arrival of chicks purchased. up and can contain them for several weeks. • Inspect your chicks upon arrival and monitor closely *Inspect chicks immediately upon arrival - notification of problem required within • The temperature should read 95˚F under the light for the first for the first 24 hours for signs of shipping stress. 48 hours of receipt. Every effort will be made to replace your loss. We cannot reship two weeks. You can decrease that temperature by 5 degrees replacements of less than 15; however the cost of lost product will be refunded. • Enjoy your peeps! We hope you find raising each week until you reach 65 degrees. At this point, they may poultry as fun and rewarding as we do! Sexing is guaranteed with 90% accuracy. not need an additional heat source depending on the weather. *Contact Townline as soon as a sexing error is determinable for assistance *Turkeys, Guineas, and Pheasants start at 100˚F Brooder Equipment with solution. Townline does not guarantee the percent of pullets in • Select a nutritionally balanced feed for the type of chicks you have l HEAT LAMP & BULB straight run chicks except that they will be boxed as hatched. purchased and supply them with water and feed all of the time. l FEEDER WATERER Hatching eggs guaranteed at 70% fertility. • Clean and disinfect your feeders and waterers l l PINE SHAVINGS At no point will a refund or credit exceed the amount of purchase. weekly to reduce disease risk. l STARTER FEED (per poultry type) • Upon arrival, dip their beaks into their water source. This teaches them Like you, we are crazy l THERMOMETER – RECOMMENDED! where to find their water and encourages them to hydrate quicker after l 1/2 SQUARE FOOT PER CHICK (7-8’ across for 100 chicks) TERMS shipping. Make sure they have continuous, fresh water available! cool chicken people. For more behaviors to watch for please visit www.townlinehatchery.com. ORDERS MUST BE PAID FOR We know how important your flock is and BEFORE THEY WILL SHIP. we are here to help you succeed with your backyard flock. Whether it’s discussing coop Payment methods include: all major credit quandaries, finessing first time brooding TEMPERATURE BEHAVIORS cards, check, or money order jitters, or helping you find your cluckerific TOO COLD TOO WARM PERFECT! Minimum Order for any one breed: breed (even if we don’t carry it we know who The smallest orders that we ship alone are listed below. does) Townline is here for YOU. Honoring Chicken Breeds 15 Guineas 20 the American backyard farm is our priority Turkeys 15 Bantams 30 and that starts with supporting you as a Ducks 15 Pheasants 30 customer. So here’s to a 2020 full of egg-tastic chicks and egg-citing new flocks.

FARM BIOSECURITY IN PLACE Contact Us In order to ensure the safety and health of our breeder Townline Poultry Farm, Inc. flocks, we ask that you please respect our no-visitor PO Box 108, Zeeland, MI 49464 policy as part of our farm biosecurity plan. Phone: (888) 685-0040 or (616) 772-6514 We have partnered with a local feed mill if you prefer to pick Fax: (616) 772-2969 up instead of having your chicks shipped. Contact information to schedule orders for pick up are listed on page #13. [email protected] Townline Poultry Farm, Inc. is certified by the National Poultry Improvement Plan TOWNLINEHATCHERY.COM (NPIP) as pullorum-typhoid free, avian influenza clean, and salmonella monitored. Chicks are huddled and crowding Chicks are spread out and Chicks “donut” around the heat source NPIP certificates are available upon request. Townline employs a rigorous biosecurity and salmonella mitigation program in partnership together under the light. far from the heat source. and are spaced out comfortably. with agricultural and health departments at federal and state levels. Please review Salmonella information on front page for more information and safe-handling practices. Office Hours The purchaser understands and agrees that the handling of poultry or live birds may result in contamination or disease, including but not limited to any strains of salmonella. FEBRUARY - APRIL The Purchaser also understands and agrees that the Goods and/or Services described GIFT CERTIFICATES MAREK’S VACCINE are being sold in an “as is, where is” condition, with no warranty for any purpose or Monday - Friday condition. The Purchaser accepts all risks and hazards associated with the purchase of Perfect for the chicken enthusiast in your life! Marek’s disease is a liver disease that can be fatal to chickens. all Goods and/or Services from Townline Poultry Farm, Inc. (herein after the “Seller”), 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST and shall indemnify and hold harmless the Seller against any and all costs, loss and Not redeemable for cash. Dates and availability may vary. Protect your flock by getting your order vaccinated. liability, including, without limitation, attorneys’ fees, for all personal injury and/or Saturday property damage caused by any of the Goods and/or Services provided or performed by the Seller, including all claims based upon the alleged fault of Seller, whether or 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST $.20 per chick • Minimum charge of $5 not also based upon the alleged fault of Purchaser. Such indemnification shall also VITAMINS & ELECTROLYTES include the Seller’s employees, agents, and representatives, whether such Goods MAY - JANUARY and/or Services were provided or performed on the premises of the Seller or the Give your chicks a healthy start by adding vitamins & BEAK TRIMMING Purchaser or elsewhere. The Purchaser shall defend, at the Purchaser’s sole cost Monday - Thursday and expense, any action or claim for personal injury or property damage brought electrolytes to their water as soon as you get them home. against the Seller by a third party exposed to the Goods and/or Services. 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST Pecking is a habit that any chicken can pick up One packet is good for 128 gallons of water. Friday due to various reasons. Avoid serious injury and 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM EST $9 per packet keep your chickens safe with beak trimming. Mixing ratio: 1/4 tsp per gallon $.20 per chick • Minimum charge of $5

1 Visit us online! Please see www.townlinehatchery.com for more information. Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram @townlinehatchery 2 Egg Production FAIR GOOD BEST CALM/DOCILE ACTIVE ACTIVE/FLIGHTY Temperament Shop online! Go to www.townlinehatchery.com/shop STANDARD BREEDS Hardiness COLD HARDY HOT HARDY COLD & HOT HARDY

Standard doesn’t mean normal to Townline. Standard is what everything else in the industry is compared to. These chickens are top of the line for egg production and dual BLACK SEX LINK CROSS-BREED purpose use. If you’re looking to go big and get the job done, these birds are for you. Townline’s unique cross between New Hampshire Reds and Barred Rocks is one of the best sex-link chickens in the business. With excellent vigor, big bodies, calm attitude, and large brown eggs you won’t be disappointed. SEX 1-14 15-24 25-49 50-74 75-99 100+ Average Mature Weights: UNSEXED $4.05 $3.83 $3.01 $2.41 $2.23 $1.97 Male: 7-8 lbs FEMALE $4.75 $4.54 $3.71 $3.27 $2.99 $2.85 Female: 5.5-6 lbs MALE $2.30 $2.20 $1.95 $1.70 $1.55 $1.28 Available late January through June Please note: Quantity pricing given per same breed and sex.

ISA BROWN HYBRID RHODE ISLAND RED HERITAGE #1 Pick for efficient egg production! Isa Browns are the standard for all egg laying breeds, holding 60% #2 Pick for efficient dual purpose! of the world’s brown egg market. Leading egg output with low feed A heritage breed with impressive body size, consistent egg production, conversion, all while providing consistent large to extra-large egg and climate hardiness Townline’s Rhode Island Reds will not disappoint. size, makes Isa Browns the ultimate choice for egg production. A great choice for an all around flock and popular for cross-breeding.

Average Mature Weights: Average Mature Weights: Male: 5 lbs Male: 7.5-8.5 lbs Female: 4 lbs Female: 5.5-7 lbs Available late January through November Available late January through early September

AMBERLINK HYBRID WHITE LEGHORN HERITAGE #2 Pick for efficient egg production! Are you looking for more eggs than any other farm in your neighborhood? #1 Pick for Hot-Hardy! Than these beautiful Amberlinks hybrids are for you. Developed by Isa For modest feed conversion, dependable white egg production, optimal egg Hendrix Genetics specifically for egg production these chickens are weight, consistent egg quality, and extra shell strength look no further than bigger bodied and are even well suited for free-range environments. Townline’s White Leghorn. A wonderful choice for the smart egg farmer.

Average Mature Weights: Average Mature Weights: Male: 5.5-6 lbs Male: 5 lbs Female: 4-4.5 lbs Female: 4 lbs Available late January through July Available late January through July

PLYMOUTH BARRED ROCK HERITAGE Developed in Boston, Massachusetts this unique coloring of the Plymouth Rock breed is docile and efficiently produces eggs. These chickens are an • 1 day to 5 weeks: Chick starter with 20% protein – starter grit can be used at 3 weeks old-time favorite for both mass producers and backyard farmers alike. Feed Guide for • 6 to 17 weeks: Chick grower with 18% protein – grower grit can be used at 10 weeks Average Mature Weights: EGG LAYERS • 18 weeks+: Layer feed with 16% protein – layer grit and oyster shells can be used at 18 weeks+ Male: 7-8 lbs *Standard breeds available January – June/July. Assorted chicks available through November. Female: 5-6 lbs Available late January through early September

3 4 Egg Production FAIR GOOD BEST CALM/DOCILE ACTIVE ACTIVE/FLIGHTY Temperament Shop online! Go to www.townlinehatchery.com/shop RARE BREEDS Hardiness COLD HARDY HOT HARDY COLD & HOT HARDY

Hand-selected by our Townline EGGSperts these birds are not only beautiful but functional. Fill your farm with all the benefits of chicken life and have all the “oohs” and “ahhs” to go with it. LIGHT BRAHMA HERITAGE #1 Pick for All-Over-Hardiness! SEX 1-14 15-24 25-49 50-74 75-99 100+ These feather footed chickens will steal the show with their white and black manes and confident stride. Easy to handle and producing good UNSEXED $4.20 $3.96 $3.22 $2.71 $2.44 $2.12 eggs, your farm is the perfect fit for these stately Light Brahmas. FEMALE $5.00 $4.79 $4.11 $3.67 $3.38 $3.29 Average Mature Weights: MALE $2.30 $2.25 $2.00 $1.75 $1.60 $1.42 Male: 9.5-10 lbs 7-7.5 lbs Please note: Quantity pricing given per same breed and sex. Female: Available late January through early September AMERICANA CROSS-BREED This breed was originally developed in America starting with the Chilean Araucana breed. Townline’s own breeder flock has several color variations GOLDEN LACED WYANDOTTE HERITAGE resulting in a cornucopia of plumage and eggs from blues to greens and pinks. Your farm won’t be completely unique without this lovely breed. #1 Pick for cold-hardy! (Wyandottes in general) With amber plumage dipped in black these dappled Golden Laced Average Mature Weights: Wyandottes are a sight to see. Slower growing so you can enjoy Male: 5-6 lbs their beauty longer, this large breed will produce good eggs Female: 4-4.5 lbs and plenty of “oohs” and “ahhs” from your farm guests.

Available late January through early September Average Mature Weights: Male: 8 lbs BUFF ORPINGTON HERITAGE Female: 6 lbs The Orpington breed was developed in Britain as a dual-purpose Available late January through June chicken. A popular show bird for it’s wonderfully full-bodied golden plumage, our Townline breeders have been hand selected for efficient egg production as well as beauty. SILVER LACED WYANDOTTE HERITAGE Average Mature Weights: Male: 7-8 lbs #1 Pick for cold-hardy! (Wyandottes in general) Female: 6-7 lbs White plumage edged in black gives this beautiful bird a lace- like effect. With wider bodies and easy-going tempermats you Available late January through early September will be bringing guests to the barn to show them off.

BLACK AUSTRALORP HERITAGE Average Mature Weights: Male: 8 lbs Developed in Australia using the Orpington breed, these chickens will Female: 6 lbs fill your barn with eggs again and again. With good body size and a calm demeanor your farm will enjoy the company of these Black Australorps. Available late January through early September Average Mature Weights: Male: 6-8 lbs Female: 5-7 lbs Available late January through early September Protecting against the 5 MOST COMMON PREDATORS Visit townlinehatchery.com/predator for more information on predator identification and how best to defend your flock! BLACK JERSEY GIANT HERITAGE These stunning birds have a green shimmer over their black plumage and were originally developed in New Jersey in an effort to replace turkey consumption. These gentle giants make an excellent meal and produce good eggs as well.

Average Mature Weights: Male: 10-13 lbs Female: 8-10 lbs RACOONS FOX DOGS/CAYOTES OWLS OPOSSUMS Available late January through June

5 6 Egg Production FAIR GOOD BEST CALM/DOCILE ACTIVE ACTIVE/FLIGHTY Temperament Shop online! Go to www.townlinehatchery.com/shop Hardiness COLD HARDY HOT HARDY COLD & HOT HARDY PREMIUM BREEDS New! Want to be the cluck of your town? This unique selection of birds will give your farm a rainbow of plumage and egg colors that are sure to impress. With consistent egg outputs and medium bird sizes you won’t go without at the table either. SPECKLED SUSSEX HERITAGE Straight Run Only SEX 1-14 15-24 25-49 50-74 75-99 100+ One of the oldest and most famous breeds with roots going back to Sussex UNSEXED $4.40 $4.28 $3.92 $3.41 $3.14 $2.82 County in England, our speckled variety is strikingly pretty. With mahogany base feathers, iridescent overtones of green, and white tipped plums, this FEMALE $5.28 $4.95 $4.41 $3.97 $3.69 $3.56 flock addition is sure to impress. Large bodies and good egg production MALE $3.00 $2.95 $2.75 $2.45 $2.30 $2.12 make our Speckled Sussex a well rounded addition to any home flock.

Please note: Quantity pricing given per same breed and sex. Average Mature Weights: Male: 7.5-9 lbs MYSTIC MARAN CROSS-BREED Female: 6-7 lbs If you’re looking for “chocolate” colored eggs then these Marans are Available beginning of January through June a must have. Imported from the Czech Republic, this cross between the lovely Black Copper Marans and competent Barred Rocks will give you a steady output of these stunningly dark eggs. WELSUMMER HERITAGE

Average Mature Weights: Straight Run Only Male: 6-7 lbs A wonderful Dutch breed developed in Holland, Netherlands this Female: 5-6 lbs chicken gives varying shades of brown eggs often with wonderful speckling. The model rooster for Kellogg’s Cornflakes Available late January through early September will make your flock stand out from the rest. Average Mature Weights: OLIVE EGGER CROSS-BREED Male: 6-7 lbs Are olive-green eggs what you need? Then Townline’s own cross between Female: 5-6 lbs first-generation Cuckoo Maran males with first-generation Americana hens will fill your need. Enjoy the egg shades of olive and green the majority of Available late January through June the time, with a scattering of lighter shades like brown or even pink.

Average Mature Weights: ASSORTED CHICKS Hatchery choice of any egg layer breeds Male: 5.5-6.5 lbs Female: 4.5-5.5 lbs ASSORTMENTS Available late January through June

SEX 1-14 15-24 25-49 50-74 75-99 100+ PEARL STAR LEGHORN CROSS-BREED $4.00 $3.75 $2.90 $2.31 $2.15 $1.85 One of our most popular breeds for large cream-white eggs and variegated UNSEXED feathering. Townline’s Pearl Star Leghorns are imported from the Czech FEMALE $4.60 $4.40 $3.51 $3.09 $2.81 $2.67 Republic and are a cross between Partridge Rocks and Sussex. MALE $2.25 $2.15 $1.90 $1.65 $1.50 $1.18 Average Mature Weights: Male: 5-6 lbs Female: 4.5-4.5 lbs New! ASSORTED RARE/PREMIUM Hatchery choice of any rare/premium egg layer breeds Available late January through June SEX 1-14 15-24 25-49 50-74 75-99 100+ UNSEXED $4.10 $4.20 $3.52 $3.12 $2.85 $2.42 PLYMOUTH BLUE ROCK CROSS-BREED FEMALE $5.15 $4.89 $4.26 $3.77 $3.52 $3.41 Looking for blue hued plumage, sex-link chicks, and large light- medium brown eggs? Then the Plymouth Blue Rock is your chicken. MALE $2.70 $2.55 $2.35 $2.15 $1.90 $1.72 This cross between Plymouth Barred Rocks and the Native Andalusians imported from the Czech Republic allow for smoky blue-grey plumage that can also exhibit barring patterns of darker blue hues. New! BARNYARD SPECIAL Hatchery Choice Only New! COLORFUL EGG PACKAGE Hatchery Choice Only 10 egg layer pullets, 1 egg layer cockerel, 4 ducks, 4 turkeys 4 egg layers each of white, light brown, dark brown, and colored Average Mature Weights: Male: 6-7 lbs BARNYARD SPECIAL COLORFUL EGG SPECIAL Female: 5-6 lbs $100.00 $75.00 Available late January through July

7 8 Egg Production FAIR GOOD BEST Temperament CALM/DOCILE ACTIVE ACTIVE/FLIGHTY Hardiness COLD HARDY HOT HARDY COLD & HOT HARDY MEAT BREEDS BANTAM BREEDS New!

SEX 1-14 15-24 25-49 50-74 75-99 100+ 200+ Amazing things come in small packages and Townline’s Bantam selection is no exception. Packing all the punch of larger breeds these birds are a delightful addition to any flock. UNSEXED $4.00 $3.78 $2.96 $2.36 $2.18 $1.98 $1.76

FEMALE $3.90 $3.70 $2.90 $2.28 $2.10 $1.85 Please note: Quantity pricing given per same D’UCCLE BANTAMS HERITAGE MALE $4.10 $3.90 $3.15 $2.42 $2.25 $2.02 breed and sex. Make your backyard a Picasso with these beautiful multi-colored Bantams from Belgium. Pronounced “dewclay,” our two different color options boast patterns like no other from comb to claw the plumage is stunning. JUMBO CORNISH ROCK CROSS LIVE WEIGHT IN POUNDS PER WEEK Average Mature Weights: The most popular broiler type available, these birds are bred for quick Male: 2 lbs growth, broad breast, thighs, and legs. Great for fryers or roasters, these AGE IN MALE FEMALE WEEKS WEIGHT WEIGHT Female: 1.5 lbs birds are ready to dress out in 6-8 weeks with a feed conversion rate Left: PORCELAIN D’UCCLE averaging at 2 pounds feed to 1 pound gain. Bred to grow faster after 1 0.39 0.39 Right: MILLE FLEUR D’UCCLE Available January through July the first 4-5 weeks to prevent stress on the legs, the Jumbo Cornish 2 1.01 0.98 Rock Cross should be your first choice for a fast growing broiler! 3 1.99 1.87 AVAILABLE YEAR ‘ROUND! OLD ENGLISH BANTAMS HERITAGE 4 3.28 2.97 Looking for the “classic” chicken look? Look no further, this breed gives 5 4.77 4.19 a fantastic upright, almost “cocky,” stance. Originally from England 6 6.35 5.45 this breed is popular for exhibition and hobbyists alike.

7 7.92 6.68 Average Mature Weights: 8 9.40 7.83 Male: 1.5-2 lbs Left: BB RED OLD ENGLISH Female: 1-1.5 lbs *Weights are based on averages and can vary Center: RED PYLE OLD ENGLISH depending on environment and feed. Right: SILVER DUCKWING OLD ENGLISH Available January through July

FREEDOM RANGERS Straight Run Only LIVE WEIGHT IN POUNDS PER WEEK SEBRIGHT BANTAMS HERITAGE An alternate choice to fast growing white broilers or slow growing AVERAGE Like lace on an ebony table these heritage Bantams will elevate your farm with it’s plumage. heritage breeds, these red feathered broilers typically reach 5-6 AGE IN WEEKS WEIGHT Males are “hen feathered” in this elegant breed allowing a uniform flock experience. pounds in 9-11 weeks. They fare well in foraging and pasture 2 0.70 Average Mature Weights: type environments and still produce tender meat. 3 1.33 Male: 2 lbs AVAILABLE: FEBRUARY - JULY Female: 1.5 lbs *Subject to change. 4 2.08 Left: GOLDEN SEBRIGHT Right: SILVER SEBRIGHT 5 2.90 Available January through July 6 3.74

7 4.66 WHITE SILKIE BANTAM HERITAGE 8 5.27 The poodle of the Bantam heritage breeds, from Japan and China, these fluffy silkies 9 5.95 will keep themselves preened so you don’t have to. These gorgeous Bantams have black skin, dark meat, five toes, and will often “adopt” other chicks or hatch their own. *5-6 lbs in 9-11 weeks, 24% starter feed 1-4 weeks, finish with 20%, free range or pasture raise well Average Mature Weights: Male: 2.5-3 lbs Female: 2-2.5 lbs Available January through July Broiler Chicks Need • Start at 23-24% protein for the first 4-5 weeks. BROILER STARTER • Drop to 20-21% for remaining weeks. **After the first 2 weeks go to 12 hours ON & 12 hours OFF feeding schedule for healthy broilers** ASSORTED BANTAMS ANY QTY BY BREED BANTAMS ANY QTY Not Chick Starter UNSEXED $3.65 UNSEXED $4.50

9 10 Egg Production FAIR GOOD BEST Temperament CALM/DOCILE ACTIVE ACTIVE/FLIGHTY Hardiness COLD HARDY HOT HARDY COLD & HOT HARDY DUCKS Straight Run Only TURKEYS, GAME BIRDS & MORE

Make your land and water work to your advantage with ducks! These handsome Start brooder temperature at 100 degrees for turkeys, guineas, & game birds – and be sure to select breeds are selected for multiple uses and can handle roaming or close quarters. starter feed meant for turkeys or game birds that contain much needed higher percentage protein!

STANDARD DUCKS KHAKI CAMPBELL CROSS-BREED The perfect family duck, these Khaki Campbells are wonderfully calm and TURKEYS quiet compared to other duck breeds. Crossbred for high egg production, your family will be delighted by these khaki colored keepers. Average Mature Weights: Male: 7 lbs Female: 5 lbs BROAD BREASTED ORLOPP BROAD Available January through July *select breeds available through early September WHITE TURKEY BREASTED BRONZE Most commonly used domesticated turkey for Fast growing and enjoyed for their similar meat. Fast growing with a great feed conversion coloring to a wild turkey, the Orlopp ROUEN HERITAGE rate, these birds dress out quick and clean. Bronze is a great choice for turkey meat. Want your flock to look wild with all the perks of domestication? Than these Mallard colored ducks are a perfect fit. Larger than wild Mallards Straight run only. Straight run only. and with moderate egg production you’ll enjoy the wild side for Available February – July Available February – June your home flock without the risk of them migrating. *26-28% turkey starter. *26-28% turkey starter.

Average Mature Weights: Male: 10 lbs Female: 7 lbs WHITE 1-19 20-39 40-79 80+ BRONZE 1-19 20-39 40-79 80+ Available January through July *select breeds available through early September UNSEXED $7.25 $6.95 $6.55 $5.95 UNSEXED $7.75 $7.55 $7.10 $6.60

WHITE PEKIN HERITAGE The best choice for duck meat, these ducks are fast growing and easy to handle in small or large groups. Bonus of good GAME BIRDS egg production with large white eggs regularly. Average Mature Weights: Male: 11 lbs Female: 8 lbs Available January through July *select breeds available through early September PHEASANT FRENCH PEARL GUINEA Also called the common pheasant, the A popular game bird known for alerting Chinese Ringneck Pheasant is raised against predators and sought after for STANDARD DUCKS 1-14 15-29 30-59 60+ for a number of reasons including, their well known insect control. training, release, and hunting. UNSEXED $5.55 $5.00 $4.55 $4.10 Straight run only. Straight run only. Available February – July Available May – July *26-28% turkey or gamebird starter. PREMIUM DUCKS New! CAYUGA DUCKS HERITAGE *26-28% turkey or gamebird starter. Meet your new farm favorite, a heritage breed hailing from Lake Cayuga, New York. These black beauties with sheans of peacock colors will be the PHEASANT 1-29 30-59 60-119 120+ GUINEA 1-24 25-49 50-99 100+ jewel of your backyard and your table with premier quality meat. UNSEXED $3.40 $3.15 $2.65 $2.35 UNSEXED $5.30 $4.95 $4.80 $4.65 Average Mature Weights: Male: 7-8 lbs Female: 6-7 lbs

*select breeds available through early September Available January through July HATCHING EGGS New! FAWN & WHITE INDIAN RUNNERS HERITAGE Make a statement with Indian Runner ducks from Southeast Asia. Their slender, upright bodies make them not only fast runners but excellent foragers. With the ability to be herded these ducks are wonderful CHICKEN BREEDS ONLY roamers who can hold their own against wild predators. Try the hatching process yourself! Minimum order of 3 dozen – 1 breed per dozen. Average Mature Weights: Male: 3.5-5 lbs Female: 3-4.5 lbs *Only guarantee - 70% fertile Available January through July *select breeds available through early September $19 PER DOZEN. FREE SHIPPING. PREMIUM DUCKS 1-14 15-29 30-59 60+ UNSEXED $6.15 $5.60 $5.15 $4.60

11 12 ORDER Shop online! Go to www.townlinehatchery.com/shop FORM ORDERING INFORMATION

1. SELECT Shipping www.towlinehatchery.com • P.O. Box 108, 4198 96th Ave., Zeeland, MI 49464-0108 • (888) 685-0040 • [email protected] Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Decide what type of chicks you would GREEN STATES: FREE SHIPPING: Maryland, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, West Virginia, Wisconsin like. Keep in mind what you are trying to accomplish - Eggs, meat, or fun! YELLOW STATES: See shipping chart below: North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, REQUESTED SHIP DATE: ALTERNATIVE DATE: 2. CHOOSE SEX Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, New Jersey, New York ORANGE STATES: See shipping chart below: Alaska, Washington, Name: Egg Laying Breeds - females will lay Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Nevada, California, Arizona, eggs whether or not there is a rooster. Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Connecticut, 1 rooster per 6-10 hens is sufficient for Address: Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine fertile eggs. Meat Breeds - males typically At this time, we cannot accept orders to Hawaii, as we are not able to ship there safely. grow larger, faster, but females tend to have more breast meat. Straight run City, State: Zip: STATE ZONE MAP will typically end up with both sexes. Phone: Email: 3. EXTRAS Marek’s vaccine, beak trimming, and vitamins and electrolytes are SEX available. See additional information QTY BREED M/F/Unsexed SUBSTITUTE PRICE EACH TOTAL page for more details. Y N 4. PLACE THE ORDER Y N You can place your order several different ways: Y N • Fill out the enclosed order form and mail or fax it in Y N • Order online at www.townlinehatchery.com Y N • or Give us a call! We will be happy to walk you through it! Y N

Y N 5. PREPARE Y N The week of your order’s scheduled ship QTY OF POULTRY YELLOW STATES ORANGE STATES date, you can contact your post office SHIPPING COST SHIPPING COST to let them know you are expecting a EXTRAS SUBSTITUTE PRICE EACH TOTAL 1-100 $15 $25 shipment of chicks. They will call you (Min. $5) once they arrive to be picked up. Be 101-200 $25 $40 VACCINATION Y N $0.20 sure to have your brooder set up and 201-300 $35 $50 $0.20 (Min. $5) ready to go - take a look at additional BEAK TRIMMING Y N information page for a set up guide. 301+ *Additional $10 per box of 100 *Additional $10 per box of 100 VITAMINS & ELECTROLYTES Y N $9.00

6. ARRIVAL ORDER SUBTOTAL Once you have picked up your shipment, Chicks to Other Poultry Ratio CREDIT CARDS WELCOME 25 CHICKS = 20 TURKEYS • 25 CHICKS = 15 DUCKS Extended Area Surcharge be sure to inspect the chicks to ensure all (See State Zone Map & Chart) 25 CHICKS = 30 BANTAMS/PHEASANTS • 25 CHICKS = 25 GUINEAS have arrived live and in good condition. TOTAL

PREFER TO PICK UP YOUR CHICK ORDER? Expiration Date CVV Orders can now be scheduled for pick up through our local feed mill! Go paperless! To schedule an order for local pick-up, please contact: Morren Bros. Agri-Service Go to www.townlinehatchery.com Signature 4670 142nd Ave. Holland, MI 49423 | 269-751-6511 to enroll your account in paperless We Appreciate *Pick up dates & times to be confirmed by feed mill when placing order and are subject to availability* statements and receive up-to-date MONEY ORDER CHECK # information on your shipment. Your Business!

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Don’t play chicken with your health! Keep yourself and your family safe by joining in our efforts SALMONELLA and following these simple, safe-handling practices!

WHAT IS IT? Always wash your hands thoroughly with soap after touching live poultry or anything associated with your flock. Salmonella bacteria can often be carried in the Adults should supervise hand washing for children. intestinal tract of most poultry species. The bacteria do not always cause illness in birds, but can cause serious illness in people. Children younger than 5 years, people with weakened WHERE DOES IT COME FROM? immune systems, or the elderly should not handle or touch chicks, ducklings, or other live poultry Salmonella infections can happen as a result of contact with animals or contaminated food. Chicks, ducklings, and other poultry carry the Live poultry should never enter your house, especially bacteria in their droppings and on their bodies, bathrooms, kitchens, or living areas where food and drink is even if they appear to be healthy and clean. served, stored, or prepared. This includes outdoor areas as well. WHAT IS THE HATCHERY DOING ABOUT IT? Live poultry should never be snuggled, kissed, or held by By actively participating in the NPIP Salmonella the mouth. Do not eat or drink around live poultry. Monitoring program and working closely with a hired Salmonella expert, Townline was able to develop sound methods and practices that are Thoroughly clean any equipment used to care for live applied at each level of farm operation, effectively poultry outside. Set aside a pair of shoes or boots to wear reducing the risk of Salmonella infection and while taking care of poultry and keep them outside. equipping our customers to stay healthy.

Presented to you by In partnership with For more information, visit www.townlinehatchery.com/salmonella-safety or www.cdc.gov/healthypets/pets/farm-animals/backyardpoultry.html