WELCOME TO THE 2019 HATCHING SEASON!

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1 TOWLIE POULTR FARM thank you for requesting our 2019 CATALOG WELCOME TO THE 2019 HATCHIG SEASO! THIS EAR BRIGS SEVERAL EGG-CITIG EW CHAGES! ou re going to crow over our new egg laying breeds and new FREE SHIPPIG!* *Free shipping offered to most state zones, simplified & reduced rate shipping for extended area states. See state zone map near the back of the catalog for details. OU WOULD T HIRE A MECHAIC WHO HAS EVER DRIVE A CAR OU WOULD T BU MACHIER FROM SOMEOE WHO COULD T OPERATE IT THE WH WOULD OU BU CHICKS FROM SOMEOE WHO DOES T RAISE POULTR? At Townline Poultry Farm, that s what we do! By producing, raising, and caring for our own breeder flocks that are housed on site, we are front to end poultry farmers with daily contact with our birds. Unlike most hatcheries that source fertile eggs from flocks they have little to no involvement with, we are in the coops daily, living the lifestyle alongside our customers. From our experience raising chickens to our 105 years of knowledge in the hatching industry, we are equipped and excited to help you succeed with your new flock! ot just a hatchery, more than just hatchery men from our backyard farm to yours. For more information visit

2 POLIC AD TERMS GO PAPERLESS Opt for invoices to be ed and tracking information will be sent automatically! GUARATEES Townline guarantees 100% live arrival of chicks purchased. *Inspect chicks immediately upon arrival - notification of problem required within 48 hours of receipt. Every effort will be made to replace your loss. We cannot reship replacements of less than 15; however the cost of lost product will be refunded. Sexing is guaranteed with 90% accuracy. *Contact Townline as soon as a sexing error is determinable for assistance with solution. Townline does not guarantee the percent of pullets in straight run chicks except that they will be boxed as hatched. Hatching eggs guaranteed at 70% fertility. COTACT US Townline Poultry Farm, Inc. PO Box 108 Zeeland, MI phone: (888) or (616) fax: (616) offce@townlinehatchery.com OFFICE HOURS FEBRUAR - APRIL Monday - Friday Saturday MA - JAUAR Monday - Thursday Friday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. EST 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. EST 8:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M. EST At no point will a refund or credit exceed the amount of purchase. TERMS Orders must be paid for before they will ship. Payment methods include: Credit Cards Visa, Discover, American Express, Mastercard Check Money Order Minimum Order for any one breed: The smallest orders that we ship alone are listed below. Chicken Breeds...15 Turkeys...15 Ducks...15 Guineas Bantams Pheasants Due to ongoing biosecurity measures, Townline Poultry does not allow orders to be picked up at our location. Townline Poultry Farm, Inc. is certified by the ational Poultry Improvement Plan (PIP) as pullorum-typhoid free, avian influenza clean, and salmonella monitored. PIP certificates are available upon request. Townline employs a rigorous biosecurity and salmonella mitigation program in partnership with agricultural and health departments at federal and state levels. Please review Salmonella information on front page for more information and safe-handling practices. 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. The Purchaser also understands and agrees that the Goods and/or Services described are being sold in an as is, where is condition, with no warranty for any purpose or condition. The Purchaser accepts all risks and hazards associated with the purchase of all Goods and/or Services from Townline Poultry Farm, Inc. (herein after the Seller ), and shall indemnify and hold harmless the Seller against any and all costs, loss and liability, including, without limitation, attorneys fees, for all personal injury and/or 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 not also based upon the alleged fault of Purchaser. Such indemnification shall also include the Seller s employees, agents, and representatives, whether such Goods and/or Services were provided or performed on the premises of the Seller or the Purchaser or elsewhere. The Purchaser shall defend, at the Purchaser s sole cost and expense, any action or claim for personal injury or property damage brought against the Seller by a third party exposed to the Goods and/or Services. Please visit for more information.

3 ADDITIOAL IFORMATIO GIFT CERTIFICATES Perfect for the chicken enthusiast in your life! ot redeemable for cash. Dates and availability may vary. VITAMIS & ELECTROLTES Give your chicks a healthy start by adding vitamins & electrolytes to their water as soon as you get them home. One packet is good for 128 gallons of water. $9 per packet Mixing ratio: 1/4 tsp per gallon MAREK S VACCIE Marek s disease is a liver disease that can be fatal to chickens. Protect your flock by getting your order vaccinated. $.20 per chick I Minimum charge of $5 BEAK TRIMMIG Pecking is a habit that any chicken can pick up due to various reasons. Avoid serious injury and keep your chickens safe with beak trimming. $.20 per chick I Minimum charge of $5 CHICKE CARE 101 BASIC GUIDE TO POULTR CARE A brooder with around 18 wall height should be set up and can contain them for several weeks. The temperature should read 95 F under the light for the first two weeks. ou can decrease that temperature by 5 degrees each week until you reach 65 degrees. At this point, they may not need an additional heat source depending on the weather. *Turkeys, Guineas, and Pheasants start at 100 F Select a nutritionally balanced feed for the type of chicks you have purchased and supply them with water and feed all of the time. Clean and disinfect your feeders and waterers weekly to reduce disease risk. CHICK TIPS Upon arrival, dip their beaks into their water source. This teaches them where to find their water and encourages them to hydrate quicker after shipping. Make sure they have continuous, fresh water available! Use proper bedding! Do not use sawdust or news paper which can harm your chicks! Pine shavings are preferred. Be sure to add additional bedding as needed and replace altogether once completely soiled. Inspect your chicks upon arrival and monitor closely for the first 24 hours for signs of shipping stress. Enjoy your peeps! We hope you find raising poultry as fun and rewarding as we do! BEHAVIORS TO WATCH FOR Temperature Behaviors TOO COLD: Chicks are huddled and crowding together under the light. TOO WARM: Chicks are spread out and far from the heat source. PERFECT!: Chicks donut around the heat source and are spaced out comfortably. Pasty Hind Ends This can indicate that they are too warm and/or do not have enough space. Be sure to remove the blockage gently with warm water and a wash cloth. Pecking This can also indicate that the chicks do not have enough space and/or are too warm. Double check your thermometer and raise the heat lamp to decrease brooder temperature if needed. A red bulb can dim the brooder and help reduce pecking as well. Lethargy If the chicks had a hard trip while being shipped and seem lethargic or weak upon arrival, put a spoonful of sugar in one quart of water and dip their beaks in it. Switch back to regular water after 24hrs. Townline also offers vitamins and electrolyte packs that can be ordered and shipped with your chicks. BROODER EQUIPMET l Heat Lamp & bulb l Feeder l Waterer l Pine Shavings l Starter Feed (per poultry type) l Thermometer Recommended! l 1/2 square foot per chick (7-8 across for 100 chicks) f LIKE US O FACEBOOK. FOLLOW US O

4 STADARD BREEDS SEX Unsexed $4.05 $3.83 $3.01 $2.41 $2.23 $1.97 Call for price Female $4.75 $4.54 $3.58 $3.14 $2.86 $2.72 Call for price Males $2.30 $2.20 $1.95 $1.70 $1.55 $1.28 Call for price Please note: Quantity pricing given per same breed and sex. ISA BROW our best brown egg layer! Holds about 60% of The World Brown Egg Market. All other egg laying breeds are judged and compared to Isa Browns. Exceptional egg output with low feed conversion and bred for excellent egg size, Isa Browns are the best bet for optimum egg production! Egg Production: Excellent Temperament: Docile (can get pecky with age) Hardiness: Very Hardy AMBERLIK A hybrid breed that is part of the Isa Brown family, although slightly larger mature birds than Isa Brown. The Amberlink is a strong producer of large, dark brown eggs. Best choice for processing after getting optimum egg production. Egg Production: Excellent Temperament: Docile Hardiness: Hardy BLACK SEX LIK Best of two breeds, the Barred Rock and Rhode Island cross. Excellent egg layers with a large body size makes for a great dual purpose bird. Dependable layers for any flock! Egg Production: Very Good Temperament: Calm Hardiness: Fairly Hardy RHODE ISLAD RED A old time farm favorite known for their impressive body size, consistent egg production, and hardiness, the Rhode Island is a popular choice for cross breeding. Perfect for an all around flock! Egg Production: Very Good Temperament: Docile (aggressive roosters) Hardiness: Hot & Cold Tolerant SHOP OLIE! Go to

5 BARRED ROCK A long time favorite choice for the backyard flock due to the reliable hardiness and consistency of egg production. Lovely plumage, large bodies, and a calm demeanor are all benefits to having Barred Rocks in the flock. Egg Production: Very Good Temperament: Calm Hardiness: Very Cold Hardy BLACK AUSTRALORP A very good brown egg layer with a quiet disposition and large body, the Black Australorp is a great choice for a multi purpose flock. They have a lovely black plumage with a green sheen and are known to mature early. Egg Production: Very Good Temperament: Docile and Quiet Hardiness: Cold & Heat Hardy RED CROSS A color sex-able breed that is the result of a Rhode Island Red male with a Columbian female. Female chicks will be red and male chicks will be yellow. A quiet, easy to handle breed that are high producers of rich colored brown eggs. Egg Production: Excellent Temperament: Docile, Easy to Handle Hardiness: Fairly hardy WHITE LEGHOR white egg layer! High egg production, optimal egg weight, and modest feed conversion make the White Leghorn an efficient choice for egg production. Consistent egg quality and shell strength make key elements to a profitable egg producer! Egg Color: White Egg Production: Excellent Temperament: Flighty (slightly skittish) Hardiness: Heat Tolerant BROW LEGHOR white egg layer! EW BREED! A dependable layer of medium-large white eggs. Boasting a lovely, colorful plumage. An active breed that is non-broody and quick to mature, but can be flighty. Known for being efficient foragers with a skill for avoiding predators, a great choice for a free range flock. Egg Color: White Egg Production: Excellent Temperament: Active, Flighty Hardiness: Heat Tolerant FEED GUIDE FOR EGG LAERS *1 day to 5 weeks: Chick starter with 20% protein starter grit can be used at 3 weeks *6 to 17 weeks: Chick grower with 18% protein grower grit can be used at 10 weeks *18 weeks+: Layer feed with 16% protein layer grit and oyster shells can be used at 18 weeks+ *Standard breeds available January June/July. Assorted chicks available through ovember.

6 RARE BREEDS SEX Unsexed $4.20 $3.96 $3.22 $2.71 $2.44 $2.12 Call for price Female $5.00 $4.79 $3.72 $3.28 $2.99 $2.86 Call for price Males $2.30 $2.25 $2.00 $1.75 $1.60 $1.42 Call for price Please note: Quantity pricing given per same breed and sex. AMERAUCAA colored egg layer! Famous for laying colored eggs! Egg colors can include blue, green, pink, and olive drab. Birds vary in color and size, some with whiskers and others with muffs of feathers covering their ears. Egg Color: Colored Egg Production: Good Temperament: Active/Friendly Hardiness: Very Cold Hardy SILVER LACED WADOTTE An attractive addition to any flock, the Silver Laced Wyandottes are known for their docile disposition and wide bodies. They have white feathers with black edging called lacing and make for a great dual purpose breed. Egg Production: Good/Fair Temperament: Docile Hardiness: Very Cold Hardy GOLDE LACED WADOTTE Beautifully colored, the Golden Laced are a popular choice for adding some uniquness to the flock. Although slower growing, they are a larger breed and a good egg layer. Egg Production: Good/Fair Temperament: Docile Hardiness: Very Cold Hardy BLACK JERSE GIAT A consistent layer and heavy breed, Black Jersey Giants are a popular choice for dual purpose. Slower growing, but under proper circumstances, a rooster can reach 13 pounds while a hen can reach pounds. Egg Production: Moderate Temperament: Calm Hardiness: Very Cold Hardy SHOP OLIE! Go to

7 LIGHT BRAHMA A stately, attractive bird with feathered feet. Known for their hardiness in cold temperatures, they are a good layer and easy to handle breed. Egg Production: Good Temperament: Easily Handled Hardiness: Cold & Heat Hardy BUFF ORPIGTO An old time favorite due to their mild disposition and consistent egg production as well as their tendency to brood and hatch their own chicks. Their lovely full plumage makes for an attractive addition to any flock. Egg Production: Very Good Temperament: Docile, A Favorite for Kids Hardiness: Very Cold Hardy PLMOUTH BLUE EW BREED! This brand new sex-link chicken is beautiful with blue and lavender colored plumage. With great foraging skills and a high tolerance for harsh climates, they handle free ranging well. Their calm, friendly demeanor and lovely feathering makes them a popular choice among backyard flocks. Egg Production: Excellent Temperament: Calm, Friendly Hardiness: Hot & Cold Tolerant ASSORTED CHICKS Hatchery Choice Only FEED GUIDE FOR EGG LAERS *1 day to 5 weeks: Chick starter with 20% protein starter grit can be used at 3 weeks *6 to 17 weeks: Chick grower with 18% protein grower grit can be used at 10 weeks *18 weeks+: Layer feed with 16% protein layer grit and oyster shells can be used at 18 weeks+ *Rare breeds available January through June/July. Assorted chicks available January through ovember. *Subject to change A great way to start a flock at a bargain price, our assortment can include any of the egg laying breeds carried. While we will do our best to get a wide array of breeds in your assortment, there is no guarantee on what breeds or quantity of breeds will be received. EXCLUDES CORISH SEX Unsexed $4.00 $3.75 $2.90 $2.31 $2.15 $1.85 Call for price Female $4.60 $4.40 $3.38 $2.96 $2.68 $2.54 Call for price Males $2.25 $2.15 $1.90 $1.65 $1.50 $1.18 Call for price Please note: Quantity pricing given per same sex.

8 MEAT BIRDS SEX Unsexed $4.00 $3.78 $2.96 $2.36 $2.18 $1.92 Call for price Female $3.90 $3.70 $2.90 $2.28 $2.10 $1.85 Call for price Males $4.10 $3.90 $3.15 $2.42 $2.25 $2.02 Call for price Please note: Quantity pricing given per same breed and sex. JUMBO CORISH ROCK CROSS The most popular broiler type available, these birds are bred for quick growth, broad breast, thighs, and legs. Great for fryers or roasters, these birds are ready to dress out in 6-8 weeks with a feed conversion rate averaging at 2 pounds feed to 1 pound gain. Bred to grow faster after the first 4-5 weeks to prevent stress on the legs, the Jumbo Cornish Rock Cross should be your first choice for a fast growing broiler! AVAILABLE EAR ROUD! LIVE WEIGHT I POUDS PER WEEK Age in Weeks Male Weight Female Weight *Weights are based on averages and can vary depending on environment and feed. FREEDOM RAGERS STRAIGHT RU OL An alternate choice to fast growing white broilers or slow growing heritage breeds, these red feathered broilers typically reach 5-6 pounds in 9-11 weeks. They fare well in foraging and pasture type environments and still produce tender meat. Available: February - July *Subject to change. BROILER CHICKS EED BROILER STARTER OT CHICK STARTER Start at 23-24% protein for the first 4-5 weeks. Drop to 20-21% for remaining weeks. **After the first 2 weeks go to 12 hours O & 12 hours OFF feeding schedule for healthy broilers** SHOP OLIE! Go to

9 DUCKS WHITE PEKI The #1 choice for duck meat. Fast growing, docile, and a good egg producer. Great for an all purpose flock. KHAKI CAMPBELL A calm duck crossbred for high egg production. Lovely khaki colored plumage. TURKES BROAD BREASTED WHITE TURKE Most commonly used domesticated turkey for meat. Fast growing with a great feed conversion rate, these birds dress out quick and clean. Straight run only. Available February July *26-28% turkey starter. WHITE Unsexed 1-19 $7.20 GAME BIRDS PHEASAT Also called the common pheasant, the Chinese Ringneck Pheasant is raised for a number of reasons including, training, release, and hunting. Straight run only. Available May July ASSORTED BATAMS Bantams make for great small farm birds or show birds. Colorful and good setters. Assortment is Hatchery choice only. Straight run only. Available January July $6.85 *26-28% turkey or gamebird starter. PHEASAT Unsexed OTHER BIRDS *20% chick starter. BATAMS Unsexed 1-29 $ $ $ $ $6.40 $ $2.45 $ $3.40 $3.00 HATCHIG EGGS CHICKE BREEDS OL Try the hatching process yourself! Minimum order of 3 dozen 1 breed per dozen. MORE BIRDS ROUE Very similar color to the Mallard, however, much larger and more domesticated. Good forager and moderate egg layer. Straight run only. May mix for total ducks. *duck starter or non-medicated chick starter. DUCKS Unsexed 1-14 $5.40 ORLOPP BROAD BREASTED BROZE Fast growing and enjoyed for their similar coloring to a wild turkey, the Orlopp Bronze is a great choice for turkey meat. Straight run only. Available February June *26-28% turkey starter. BROZE Unsexed 1-19 $7.75 FRECH PEARL GUIEA A popular game bird known for alerting against predators and sought after for their well known insect control. Straight run only. Available February July GUIEA Unsexed 1-24 $ $ $7.40 *26-28% turkey or gamebird starter. *Only guarantee - 70% fertile $4.75 $17 per dozen. Free shipping $4.40 $ $6.95 $ $4.60 $4.45 SHOP OLIE! Go to

10 ORDERIG IFORMATIO HOW TO ORDER SELECT Decide what type of chicks you would like. Keep in mind what you are trying to accomplish - Eggs, meat, or fun! CHOOSE SEX Egg Laying Breeds - females will lay eggs whether or not there is a rooster. 1 rooster per 6-10 hens is suffcient for fertile eggs. Meat Breeds - males typically grow larger, faster, but females tend to have more breast meat. Straight run will typically end up with both sexes. EXTRAS Marek s vaccine, beak trimming, and vitamins and electrolytes are available. See additional information page for more details. PLACE THE ORDER ou can place your order several different ways: Fill out the enclosed order form and mail or fax it in Order online at or Give us a call! We will be happy to walk you through it! PREPARE The week of your order s scheduled ship date, you can contact your post offce to let them know you are expecting a shipment of chicks. They will call you once they arrive to be picked up. Be sure to have your brooder set up and ready to go - take a look at additional information page for a set up guide. ARRIVAL Once you have picked up your shipment, be sure to inspect the chicks to ensure all have arrived live and in good condition. GO PAPERLESS! Go to to enroll your account in paperless statements and receive up-to-date information on your shipment. EW SHIPPIG GREE STATES: FREE SHIPPIG simplified zones and free or reduced shipping rates. ELLOW STATES: See Extended Area Surcharge chart below: Alaska, Arizona, California, Florida, Idaho, Louisiana, ew Mexico, evada, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington. RED STATES: Hawaii At this time, we cannot accept orders to Hawaii, as we are not able to ship there safely. STATE ZOE MAP o. of Extended Area Surcharge Chicks ELLOW ZOE OL 25 $5 50 $10 75 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $60 *Surcharge rates based on standard Priority Mail only **Call for extended area surcharge for orders over 300 chicks CHICKS TO OTHER POULTR RATIO 25 Chicks = 20 Turkeys I 25 Chicks = 15 Ducks 25 Chicks = 30 Bantams/Pheasants I 25 Chicks = 25 Guineas Call or go online for further assistance with pricing townlinehatchery.com

11 ORDER FORM TOWLIE POULTR FARM P.O. Box 108, th Ave., Zeeland, MI (888) REQUESTED SHIP DATE: ALTERATIVE DATE: AME: ADDRESS: CIT, STATE: ZIP: PHOE: QT BREED SEX SUBSTITUTE Male/Female/Unsexed PRICE EACH TOTAL EXTRAS PRICE EACH TOTAL VACCIATIO $0.20 (min. $5) BEAK TRIMMIG $0.20 (min. $5) VITAMIS & ELECTROLTES $9.00 CREDIT CARDS WELCOME ORDER SUBTOTAL EXTEDED AREA SURCHARGE (See State Zone Map & Chart) TOTAL Expiration Date CVV Signature MOE ORDER CHECK # WE APPRECIATE OUR BUSIESS!

12 TOWLIE POULTR FARM P.O. Box th Avenue Zeeland, MI PRSRT STD US Postage PAID Grand Rapids, MI Permit o. 793 DO T PLA CHICKE WITH OUR HEALTH! SALMOELLA WHAT IS IT? Salmonella bacteria can often be carried in the intestinal tract of most poultry species. The bacteria do not always cause illness in birds, but can cause serious illness in people. WHERE DOES IT COME FROM? Salmonella infections can happen as a result of contact with animals or contaminated food. Chicks, ducklings, and other poultry carry the bacteria in their droppings and on their bodies, even if they appear to be healthy and clean. WHAT IS THE HATCHER DOIG ABOUT IT? By actively participating in the PIP Salmonella Monitoring program and working closely with a hired Salmonella expert, Townline was able to develop sound methods and practices that are applied at each level of farm operation, effectively reducing the risk of Salmonella infection and equipping our customers to stay healthy. Keep yourself and your family safe by joining in our efforts and following these simple, safe-handling practices! Always wash your hands thoroughly with soap after touching live poultry or anything associated with your flock. Adults should supervise hand washing for children. Children younger than 5 years, people with weakened immune systems, or the elderly should not handle or touch chicks, ducklings, or other live poultry Live poultry should never enter your house, especially bathrooms, kitchens, or living areas where food and drink is served, stored, or prepared. This includes outdoor areas as well. Live poultry should never be snuggled, kissed, or held by the mouth. Do not eat or drink around live poultry. Thoroughly clean any equipment used to care for live poultry outside. Set aside a pair of shoes or boots to wear while taking care of poultry and keep them outside. Presented to you by TOWLIE POULTR FARM For more information, visit OR In partnership with