We have Jumbo Coturnix Quail Hatching and Eating Eggs, Chicks, Juveniles, and Adults available.
If you're not familiar with the breed, the Jumbo birds are 2 1/2 to 3 times bigger than a traditional quail. Their eggs are about 3 eggs to 1 chicken egg in size. These birds are hatch to adult in 6 weeks. They begin laying eggs anytime there after, usually by week 8.
Our mating stock are all from a NPIP Hatchery. This means healthy eggs and chicks.
Our hatching barn is sanitized every day and our Juvenile and Adult runs are sanitized every week.
We are a licensed, Missouri Class 1 Farm and subject to state inspection at any time.
We are also active in the conservation community, as we are also constructing aviaries to allow us to raise indigenous species.
Pricing as follows:
Eating eggs- $.50 each
Hatching eggs- $1.25 each
Chicks up to 3 weeks- 4.50 each un sexed
Juveniles 3 to 6 weeks- $9.00 each sexed
Adult Breeders- $45.00 per Trio (1 rooster w/ 2 Hens)
Adult Roosters/Meat Birds- $6.50 each
Adult Hens- $15.00 each
Processed Birds- $11.00 each. Birds average 8-11 ounces dressed. Skin on or Skinless
All listed are available for shipping, except chicks. (to cold until Spring) pick up only.
Quail meat vs Chicken Meat
Compared to chicken, for example, quail meat has similar amounts of protein and fat content. However, it’s the holistic attributes of quail meat which make it far superior to chicken. Check out these nutrition facts:
Quail meat has 4 times more vitamin C than chicken meat.
Quail meat has over 3 times more iron than chicken meat and an incredibly 4% more iron than beef sirloin
Quail meat has vitamin A whereas chicken meat has none.
Quail meat rates significantly higher in minerals and amino acids than chicken meat.
Health Benefits of Quail Eggs
Rich in protein. Quail eggs are a great source of protein, which is important for many processes in your body. Proteins are made up of “building blocks" called amino acids. Your body uses these amino acids to build and repair muscles and bones and to make hormones and enzymes. They can also be used as an energy source.
Balance cholesterol. There is a large amount of beneficial fatty acids found in quail eggs that can help boost your heart health. In fact, 60% of the fat in quail eggs is made up of "good" fats (monounsaturated and polyunsaturated) and can help affect cholesterol levels positively.
Cleanse your body. Our environment today contains toxins, pollutants, and heavy metals. Eating quail eggs may help get rid of toxins in your bloodstream. One study suggested that quail eggs helped prevent toxicity-caused liver damage in rats. Scientists are hopeful that the same results can be achieved for humans, but studies are still ongoing.
Boost immunity. Every day our body works hard to fight off free radicals that can damage cells, causing illness and aging. Quail eggs contain large amounts of vitamin A, which can help neutralize free radicals and protect your health.
Treat allergies. Quail eggs contain large amounts of ovomucoid protein – a protein that acts as a natural anti-allergenic. It helps the body fight off congestion, inflammation, and other symptoms caused by an allergic reaction.
Increase energy. Quail eggs are a great source of protein which helps give your body a boost of energy, especially when paired with a carbohydrate. This can be an effective alternative to caffeine or other stimulants when combined with a balanced, nutrient-filled diet.
Boost Metabolism. The vitamin B found in quail eggs helps boost your metabolism and support your body’s health. Metabolism is responsible for turning food and drink into energy and building or repairin