Nice! It makes sense, to a bureaucrat who does not understand Biology, but I know that insects and wild birds can bring something bad over from a neighbor's flock. Or, something BAD could be in the area from long before I even moved in and ordered a chick. I think BYC is great because I can get to know who is sending me chicks. Some big hatcheries send chicks that they have to know are infected with Salmonella. I believe a small home breeder is breeding birds that will do better and be healthier on my small place.
Wow, cool!
Eh, to an extent. I would not say it is great. I actually planned to get tested this year but then the shortage happened and I couldn't do anything about that.
Well, it's sort of on hold.So NPIP doesn’t mean anything anymore? Or am I still missing something?
I think a reputation for healthy birds is better than a test.
Agreed.
Just like I would like to be able to buy all my food from a local farmer at the farmer's market, personal knowledge of the raiser is better than regulation and certification. We can not get that at any grocery store, and that is one important reason for backyard chickens and gardens. The fun of knowing each other is a fringe benefit!
