Broiler Chicken Production and Management

A practical bulletin for anyone evaluating or running a broiler operation. It explains contract production, housing and equipment, nutrient and environmental management, and the costs and cash flow of raising chickens for meat.

University of Maryland Extension

A step-by-step guide to running a small commercial layer flock for egg production. It covers the stages of production, housing, feeding, record-keeping, and marketing, with charts to track expenses and sales.

M. V. Duguies and V. T. Artero

A guide for growing an egg business from a backyard flock to a commercial operation. It covers flock management, processing and food safety regulation, market channels, and the finances of scaling up.

University of Vermont Extension