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For nearly a century, Cackle Hatchery has been a proud 4th-generation family-owned and operated business, offering over 230 varieties of poultry shipped directly from our facility in the heart of Missouri. Since 1936, our mission has been to enhance lives by providing quality poultry for showing, meat, enjoyment, sustainability, eggs, or pets. We specialize in hatching purebred poultry and delivering day-old chicks right to your local post office.

Cackle Hatchery® has been dedicated to raising U.S. Pullorum-clean poultry since 1936, shipping to customers across the United States, including Alaska and Puerto Rico. Our commitment to quality and tradition ensures every chick meets the highest standards of health and vitality.

At Cackle Hatchery, we take pride in our Chick Hatchery and Chicken Breeder Farms, where we carefully select and raise our own breeding stock. These exceptional flocks produce the eggs we hatch right here in the heart of the Missouri Ozarks. With 88 years of focused genetic selection, we strive to produce disease-resistant, productive poultry that meets the needs of families and enthusiasts nationwide.

CHICK SEASON®

Chick season typically begins in the spring and extends through the summer months, varying by breed. For example, poultry bred specifically for egg production may have a longer chick season than more exotic breeds.

What sets Cackle Hatchery apart is our dedication to letting Mother Nature guide the process. We choose not to use artificial lights or other unnatural methods to keep our hens laying year-round. While this approach may be less convenient, we believe it ensures the healthiest and most robust chicks, true to our heritage and values.

For a general idea of when to order your chicks, consult our availability chart, but remember: the rhythm of nature ensures every hatch is worth the wait.

Our Mission

Since 1936, Cackle Hatchery has been dedicated to enriching lives by hatching and delivering the finest purebred poultry across the United States. Whether for showing, meat, sustainability, pets, or simple enjoyment, we take pride in providing a product that brings joy and lasting value to families nationwide. Our mission is to uphold the highest standards of quality, ensuring customer satisfaction with every chick we ship. With a legacy built on trust and tradition, we strive to offer not just poultry but an experience that fosters smiles and sustainability for generations to come.

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