[ballycastleAlex]

I would like to start keeping some chickens and ducks to eat myself and in the future maybe sell at Farmers markets. Does anyone know if there is such a thing as a mobile abbatoir in County Antrim?  I don't think...in fact I know I don't have the guts to do it myself.  Ideally I would like someone to come to kill them on site.  Just moved to Ballycastle from Sussex so if there are any free range/organic chicken experts out there in NI it would be great to pick your brains on a range of things!! Thanks,  Alex

[nutterly_uts]

Hi Alex
 
I have a good friend in Co Tyrone. I know that's not close but I've pm'd him as he might be able to help point you in the right direction

[nutterly_uts]

Hiya

He's suggested contacting DARD and seeing if they can help you. He doesn't know of anyone who travels.
I wonder if an advert in local feed store might yield results too - someone willing to do it for you in return for a favor or some cash

[ballycastleAlex]

Thanks Nutterly! I'll contact DARD and a note in a feed store sounds like a good idea. I don't suppose you know any good breeders of Hubbard, Sasso or Light Sussex? Don't mind travelling to get quality chicks. looking to get going with this in early Spring. Thanks! Alex

[nutterly_uts]

No sorry! But if you find some let me know as I'd like some of those breeds

Only Sasso person I know is based in England but may send eggs?