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Caring for Our Hens From Day One
At Yan Yean Poultry, the wellbeing of our hens is the foundation of everything we do.
From raising chicks at three days old, to supporting them through a full and healthy free-range life, our welfare standards are built on respect, responsibility, and genuine care.
We believe that happy hens produce better eggs and live better lives.
That’s why our farm operates under a strict welfare philosophy that guides every part of our daily routine
Raised With Care — Right From the Start
Welfare at Yan Yean Poultry begins the moment our chicks arrive at just three days old.
Their early life is spent in a controlled, nurturing environment designed to give them the strongest possible start.
Our early-life welfare standards include:
- Warm, stress-free brooder facilities
- Soft, clean bedding
- Constant access to fresh water
- High-quality starter feed
- Gentle handling and socialisation
- Round-the-clock temperature and airflow monitoringvironments for early growth
- Protection from drafts, predators, and noise
Healthy beginnings lead to healthy hens and our team takes great pride in the time, patience, and dedication it takes to raise them properly.
Freedom to Roam — A Genuine Free-Range Life
Our hens enjoy spacious open pastures where they can:
- Scratch and forage
- Dust bathe
- Peck naturally
- Explore the paddocks
- Stretch their wings
- Move freely and socially
Our free-range environments provide:
- Ample roaming space
- Shade trees and sunlit areas
- Fresh grass and natural ground cover
- Dusting patches for natural grooming
- Clean, safe shelters
- Secure fencing and predator protection
This natural lifestyle keeps hens healthy, calm, and active exactly as nature intended.
- Spacious nesting boxes
- Quality perches
- Fresh bedding
- Ventilated air flow
- Predator-safe structure
- Quiet, low-stress spaces
Housing is cleaned and refreshed regularly to maintain hygiene and minimise stress.
Nutrition and Health No Compromises
Good welfare means good nutrition. Our hens receive a balanced diet consisting of:
- High-quality grains
- Protein-rich feeds
- Essential vitamins and minerals
- Fresh greens naturally foraged from pasture
They have constant access to fresh, clean drinking water at all times. We are committed to responsible farming practices and do not use harsh or unnecessary treatments that compromise hen health or wellbeing.
Daily Hands-On Care
Our team conducts welfare checks every single day, including:
- Condition scoring
- Behaviour monitoring
- Feed and water inspections
- Shelter cleanliness checks
- Flock social behaviour observation
- Ongoing health and comfort assessments
If a bird needs extra care, she receives immediate attention. Welfare is never left to chance.
Supporting Free-Range Farms Across Victoria & NSW
Yan Yean Poultry has a long-standing reputation for raising strong, healthy hens that are placed with free-range egg producers across Victoria and New South Wales.
Our commitment to high welfare standards ensures that every hen we raise is:
- Healthy
- Social
- Calm
- Strong
- Well-developed
- Ready for open-range life
These hens go on to produce hundreds of thousands of eggs every week across the region — and their welfare journey begins right here at our farm.