Barter & Sons Hatchery was established in 1933 and has always been focused on breeding traditional laying breeds which are ideal for keeping around the home, be it a suburban backyard or on a farm.
We believe in treating our chickens well and are committed to high quality care and responsibility which cares for, supports and nurtures the hatching and raising of chickens. We also believe in keeping the traditional breeds true.
We are dedicated to meeting the needs of all our customers from Families, Business Owners, Farmers, Teachers, Children and the wider Community. Barters have provided quality service and genuine care of chickens for our customers for 92 years!
We are committed to a high quality service which values and supports the principles of the poultry industry
Barter & Sons is a family run business. We delight in meeting our customers and hearing stories about their chickens. Seeing the joy that raising chickens provides to families and then their children in turn go on to raise chickens with their children, we can see the everlasting memories chickens create for families.
We love chickens and believe we provide an unmatched service to our customers!
We are seeing an overwhelming interest and calls from families wanting to keep chickens. Most have fond memories of when they were kids and their parents or grandparents had chickens in the back yard. People and families or all ages are beginning to set up a chicken coop in the backyard again. Everyday we are talking to people looking to keep chickens and asking questions on how to go about it. Some just can’t quite remember the process and need a little refreshing; many are starting out and needing a little reassurance and advice. All want to produce their own fresh tasting food and recycle their scraps and create a little peck of kindness for their children along the way.
Eggs from backyard chickens are different from those bought at the store (even the ‘free range’ ones). The fresh yolks are tastier and deeper in colour, thanks to the hens’ access to greens, not to mention bugs and other goodies they snatch up in their foraging. Needless to say, even when fenced out of the garden itself, they keep pest populations down. At season’s end, turning the chickens loose in the vegie patch is a time-honoured way to clean it up and prevent pests from surviving over winter.
If you are not keen on having your chickens forage through the garden, they will live quite happily full-time in their coop or run.
Barter and Sons celebrates 92 years this year. We are a family run business that has seen many happy customers returning for the best layer hens bred naturally in a free-range environment. We can give advice on choosing the breed that best suits you, to take home as your new family addition. Our customers have always been families looking for chickens to keep in their backyard.
Our farm was specifically designed to produce hens for egg laying. We can give advice on choosing the breed that best suits you, to take home as your new family addition.
Our chickens are bred naturally in a free range environment. This means hens and roosters are able to move freely in large runs. This is only one of the many great reasons to buy your backyard chickens from us.
There's something so special about watching families visit and children connect with nature and animals, it brings back fond memories of my teaching days and warms my heart. I love seeing kids develop a passion for the outdoors - it's truly heartwarming! It's amazing to see the joy on people's faces when they share their happy stories of their chickens at the farm. From the heart, I truly believe Sydney needs a chicken experience that brings people together! I sincerely believe Barter and Sons Farm, with its incredible 92-year heritage, can be the heart of ""Sydney's Chicken Experience"" and beyond - spreading love and growth. I see every day our staff show commitment to the farm, its's customers and our vision.
Hi, I’m Dale. Welcome to Barter & Sons Hatchery! I’m here to make your visit enjoyable and to assist you in any way I can — whether you’re looking for advice on caring for your chickens, choosing the right breeds, or simply exploring our hatchery and learning more about what we do. I love meeting our customers and sharing the passion we have for poultry. Whether you’re a first-time chicken owner, a seasoned backyard keeper, or just here for a friendly visit, I’m always happy to help answer your questions and make sure you feel supported and confident. We take pride in creating a welcoming, family-friendly environment where you can enjoy your time with us, learn, and leave with a smile. I look forward to helping you make the most of your experience at Barter & Sons Hatchery.
Hi, I’m Johl. I’m part of the Barter & Sons Hatchery team, and my role is all about ensuring our operations run smoothly behind the scenes. From monitoring the health and wellbeing of our chickens to coordinating farm activities and making sure everything is organized for our visitors, I’m involved in it all. I truly enjoy being part of a team where every member is passionate about poultry and dedicated to providing a welcoming, enjoyable experience for everyone who comes to our farm. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing happy visitors leave with a smile and knowing that I helped make their day special. Working at Barter & Sons has taught me the value of teamwork, care, and sharing a genuine love for what we do — and I’m proud to contribute to our long-standing tradition of excellence.
Hi, I’m Sara. I’m part of the Barter and Sons Hatchery team, and I happily lend a hand wherever I’m needed — whether that’s caring for the chickens, helping with daily farm tasks, or making sure our space is clean, welcoming, and enjoyable for visitors. I truly love what I do. Spending my days around the chooks brings me so much joy, and being part of such a supportive and passionate team makes it even better. We all share the same dedication to the wellbeing of our birds, and it’s wonderful to work alongside people who care as much as I do.
We can provide chickens wholesale to produce stores, pet shops and farm needing chickens for egg production . We can support and supplement your business growth and provide a new line, new customers to your business direct to your business.
