Welcome to Valley Hatchery, where raising the perfect meat bird has never been easier! If you’re after rapid growth, amazing feed efficiency, and tender meat in your backyard or on a larger scale, our Cobb 500 Cornish Cross chickens are the birds you need. This breed is a powerhouse, designed with both backyard farmers and commercial growers in mind, packing incredible size and tenderness into every bird.
Why Cobb 500 Cornish Cross?
These birds are practically super-chickens! Known for their consistent growth and superb feed-to-meat conversion, Cobb 500 Cornish Cross chicks are the standard for those looking to get the best yield out of every feed scoop. Want a petite Cornish game hen? You’ll have it in as little as 4 weeks. A juicy 7.4 lb fryer? Just wait 7 weeks. And if you’re aiming for a hefty roaster, you’re looking at only 10 weeks to reach full size. Plus, these chicks come vaccinated for Marek’s and Coccidiosis and are antibiotic-free, so you can focus on growth and flavor without worry.
Raising Tips for Cobb 500 Cornish Cross
Here’s how to grow healthy, strong, and oh-so-delicious chickens:
- High-Protein Feed Plan:
- Days 1-20: Start with a high protein feed (around 23%) to support rapid early growth.
- Days 21-30: Gradually reduce to 19% protein.
- Day 31 to Processing: Finish with a 17% protein feed as they near processing age.
- Feed Restriction:
- To help these speedy growers stay healthy, limit feed intake overnight starting around 2 weeks old. This practice slows their growth just enough to allow their bones and muscles to develop in harmony with their rapidly expanding bodies, preventing issues like leg strain or Ascites.
- Fresh Water:
- Access to clean water 24/7 is essential for their health and helps manage their high metabolism.
- Watch Their Environment:
- Avoid fine bedding like sawdust; they’re eager eaters and may mistake it for food, which can lead to health issues.
- If you’re at an elevation above 5,000 feet, monitor your birds closely, as high altitudes can increase the risk of heart and respiratory problems due to their rapid growth.
The Perfect Meat Bird
The Cobb 500 Cornish Cross is built for meat production, not as pets or breeders, so raising them separately from other breeds is best. Their docile, calm nature makes them easy to manage, and their broad breasts and succulent meat distribution make them a favorite for homestead and farm-to-table projects. Whether you’re growing them indoors on litter or as part of a pasture-based system, these birds will thrive and give you a consistent and rewarding yield every time. Choose Valley Hatchery for your Cobb 500 Cornish Cross chicks and get ready for a fast, flavorful, and efficient meat-growing experience! With the right care, feeding, and attention, you’ll be enjoying some of the best chicken you’ve ever tasted in no time.
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