Day-Old Chicks
Find the right day-old chicks for your farming goals.
The first step in poultry farming is deciding what you want to produce. Hyline Chicks Uganda supplies two commercial poultry breeds, each developed for a different production purpose.
ROSS Broiler — Poultry meat production
ROSS Broiler is a commercial broiler breed developed for poultry meat production. It is suited to farmers looking to raise chickens for the poultry meat market.
Hy-Line Brown — Egg production
Hy-Line Brown is a commercial layer breed developed for the production of brown-shelled eggs. It is suited to farmers looking to establish or expand an egg production business.
Which breed should you choose?
- Poultry meat production: ROSS Broiler.
- Egg production: Hy-Line Brown.
Before ordering your chicks
Good preparation helps give your chicks a better start. Before your chicks arrive, make sure you have:
- A clean, secure and suitable poultry house.
- A prepared brooding area.
- Suitable feeders and drinkers.
- Appropriate feed for the birds’ age and breed.
- A reliable supply of clean drinking water.
- Suitable bedding or litter where applicable.
- A plan for hygiene and disease prevention.
- Access to appropriate veterinary guidance.
Think carefully about how many birds you can comfortably accommodate and manage. Your housing, feed budget, water supply and available labour should all influence your order.
Ready to order?
Tell us which breed you are interested in, how many chicks you need and where your farm is located.
Frequently asked questions
Which types of day-old chicks does Hyline Chicks Uganda supply?
We supply two commercial poultry breeds: ROSS Broiler for poultry meat production and Hy-Line Brown for egg production.
What is the difference between ROSS Broiler and Hy-Line Brown?
ROSS Broiler is developed for poultry meat production. Hy-Line Brown is a commercial layer breed developed for brown egg production.
Are the chicks supplied under licence?
Yes. ROSS Broiler and Hy-Line Brown are supplied under licence from their respective breed owners.
Can I buy chicks if I am a small-scale farmer?
Farmers can enquire about the breeds and quantities they need. The appropriate order quantity and availability should be confirmed with our team.
What should I prepare before day-old chicks arrive?
Prepare a clean and secure poultry house, a suitable brooding area, clean litter, appropriate feeders and drinkers, suitable feed and a reliable supply of clean drinking water.
Can I get equipment for my poultry farm?
You can enquire about poultry equipment and share details of your project so that the team can discuss your requirements.
How do I order day-old chicks?
Submit a quote request and indicate the breed, quantity, preferred delivery date and your district in Uganda. Our team can follow up to confirm availability and the next steps.