Why Now Is the Time to Lock In Your Pullet and Feed Prices — Before Costs Rise

Farmers and backyard flock owners across the country are watching the same thing we are: oil and gas prices are climbing, and they don't show signs of slowing down anytime soon. At Stafford Hill Farms, we want to be upfront with you about what that means — and why acting now could save you real money.

How Oil and Gas Prices Affect What You Pay for Poultry

Every step of getting quality pullets and farm products to you is tied to fuel and energy costs. Feed grains are planted, harvested, dried, and transported using diesel equipment. Propane and natural gas heat the brooders that raise our flocks. Trucks burn fuel bringing birds and supplies to your door. When energy prices spike, those costs stack up fast — and they eventually get passed down the supply chain.

Here's what's already happening:

• Feed costs are rising as grain transportation and production costs climb with fuel prices.
• Fuel surcharges from carriers and logistics providers are increasing delivery costs across the board.
• Fertilizer prices (a petroleum byproduct) are putting pressure on grain producers, tightening supply and pushing prices higher.
• Global instability — ongoing conflicts and geopolitical tensions — continue to drive crude oil volatility with no clear resolution in sight.

What This Means for Stafford Hill Farms

We've worked hard to keep our prices where they are. Our ready-to-lay pullets, colored egg-layer hens, and bulk orders are priced today based on today's costs. But we'd be doing you a disservice if we didn't tell you: if energy and feed costs continue to rise, we will have no choice but to adjust our pricing to reflect the new reality.

The Smart Move: Lock In Now

If you've been thinking about placing a bulk order — whether that's a flock of Golden Comets (Red Sex-Links), Blue Azurs, Olive Eggers, Black Copper Marans, or White Leghorns — this is the time to move. Orders placed now are secured at our current pricing. We honor the rate at the time of deposit, so placing a deposit today protects you from any increases that may come.

This isn't a sales tactic. It's us being transparent about the economic pressure building across the agriculture industry. We'd rather see you plan ahead than see you face sticker shock down the road.

Browse our pullets and lock in today's prices at StaffordHillFarms.com →

We're grateful for your trust in Stafford Hill Farms. As always, reach out directly if you want to talk through options for your flock size, breed mix, or delivery timeline.

— The Stafford Hill Farms Team