Chirping into Spring: Essential Tips for Early Chick Care
As the world awakens to the warmth of early spring, backyard poultry enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the arrival of new feathered additions. Raising chicks...
FAQ
Do You Sell Chicks, Ducks and Turkeys?
Yes, we offer baby Chicks for sale each year from March through September, normally arriving every other week. We may bring in additional shipments if needed. We also do one scheduled order for baby Ducks, Turkeys and Guinea Keets, generally arriving in May. You may see our scheduled arrival dates and breeds, as well as actually place your order by going to the Events & Order Forms page and click on the chick order form.
Chick & Pullet Breeds at Talmage Agway:
- Araucanas
- Barred Plymouth Rocks
- Babcock White Leghorn
- Black Australorps
- Black Giants
- Black Sex Link
- Brown Leghorns
- Buckeyes
- Buff Orpingtons
- Buff Brahmas
- Cuckoo Marans
- Dark Brahmas
- DeKalb Amberlinks
- Columbian Rock Cross
- Hubbard Golden Comets
- Golden Laced Wyandottes
- Light Brahmas
- Production Reds
- Red Cross
- Rhode Island Reds
- New Hampshires
- Silver laced Wyandottes
- Partridge Rocks
- Speckled Sussex
- Welsummers
- White Plymouth Rocks
- Cornish Rock Cross
- Cornish Rock Cross Pullets
- Cornish Rock Cross Cockerels
- Turkeys – Mammoth Bronze
- Ducks – White Peking
- Guinea Keats
When are you open?
We are open:
Monday thru Saturday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
How do I join your Preferred Customer Program?
Becoming a member is as easy as 1, 2, 3!
CLICK HERE to visit our Preferred Customers Page for our sign up form and to see the benefits of being a Preferred Customer at Talmage Farm Agway!
Do you have any information on Rabbit Care?
Can I Order my Chicks online?
Yes, our Chick Order Forms are posted on our website beginning in late February or early March and will remain there as long as we have additional scheduled Chick Orders arriving.
Should I Buy Straw or Hay?
Hay is used as a feed for horses and other farm animals as well as for rabbits, Guinea Pigs and other small animals. There are several common types of hay, such as Timothy, Alfalfa and Orchard Grass. Straw has many uses such as decorating for Halloween, as bedding to line rabbit hutches, chicken coops or dog houses(insulating qualities, for erosion control or straw can be put down over newly seeded areas to hold down weeds and retain moisture.
Do You Service Power Equipment?
Yes, we service Power equipment. We are a Husqvarna Warrantee repair center but we can service many other brands. For any specific power equipment service needs, please contact our store. Pickup and delivery is also available for an additional charge.
Do You Deliver?
Yes, we can deliver. We have a set fee based on your zip code and the distance from our store. The delivery fee is good for anything up to a full truck. Please call us for a delivery quote.
Do You Sell Sod?
No, we do not sell Sod.
Do You Test Soil?
Yes, we are happy to offer Free Soil pH Testing. You may bring in several samples of soil from your yard for testing. We also sell inexpensive test kits that allow you to easily test your own soil for both proper pH as well as to test for nutrient values. Contact Cornell Cooperative Extension if more detailed analysis is needed.
Do You Sell Bulk Mulch or Bulk Stone?
No, we do not carry bulk products at this time.
Do You Fill or Exchange BBQ Propane Tanks?
We have a Propane Filling station. We fill propane tanks, we do not exchange them. When you purchase a new BBQ Propane tank, it can be filled for up to 12 years from the date it was manufactured. Why purchase a new tank and then exchange it instead of refilling it? Exchange tanks may only be filled for a maximum of 5 years!
Do You Sell Canning Supplies?
Yes, we offer a broad line of canning mixes, salts, spices, seasonings, pectin and citric acid. We also sell many sizes and styles of canning jars, lids and caps, along with canners and canning supplies. We also stock berry baskets and bushel baskets in assorted sizes. Canning books too!
Do You Rent Power Equipment?
No, not at this time. We do rent Honey Extractors for your Bee Hives at harvest time!
Do You Sell Homebrewing Supplies?
Yes, we sell Beer and Wine Making Kits and supplies, including yeast, hops, grains, flavorings and accessories.
