NPIP Certification (What It Means for Your Flock)
We source birds from hatcheries that are certified through the National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP) , a U.S. program that monitors poultry health and helps reduce the spread of disease in chickens and other birds.
What this means: The hatcheries we work with follow NPIP guidelines for disease testing, flock monitoring, and biosecurity practices.
Who this is for: Anyone buying chicks or hatching eggs who wants birds that come from flocks with documented health standards.
When it matters: At purchase, during shipping, and when introducing new birds to your flock.
Where it applies: Nationwide, especially for interstate poultry shipments where NPIP participation is often required.
Why it matters: NPIP participation helps lower the risk of diseases like Pullorum-Typhoid and supports healthier flocks from the start.
What to expect: NPIP documentation, including Form 9-3 Veterinary Services paperwork, is available from the supplying hatchery upon request.
Limitations: NPIP certification reflects the health status of the hatchery flock—it does not guarantee that individual birds will never become sick. Proper care, clean housing, and good flock management still play a key role.
Have questions about sourcing or documentation? Reach out—we’re happy to help you understand exactly where your birds come from and what that means for your flock.