Poultry Standardization in Kentucky

A state-wide program for the standardization of one variety of poultry in each Kentucky county was outlined in 1916. This plan was based on the theory that community breeding associations mean greater profit to the members. If any group of farmers produce a standard product of quality in large quantities their product will receive a premium above the general market.

The members of the County Associations, farmers adopting the county variety and breeders of the State have greatly increased their sales of hatching eggs and breeding stock as a result of the campaign. The increased number of standard bred birds on our Kentucky farms has added weight to the average market fowl and brought Kentucky market eggs to a higher grade. Local banks and business firms have assisted by financing the sale of hatching eggs and baby chicks. These are either sold for cash at cost or put out to . . .