On the Hostile Homestead, we raise rabbits for meat and Quail for meat and eggs. We have found the jumbo Coturnix is the best to accomplish the dual purpose. Here is a quick video of all of the equipment and cages that we use in the Jumbo Quail Operation. This is the latest and greatest version of the cabinet incubator I use for the Jumbo Quail Operation. Now, the standard quail egg racks are not the right size for jumbo eggs, you need the larger-holed racks meant for larger birds. The 1502 Incubator is great, its only downside is the...

Plastic vs Wire quail cages? That’s a question many of us quail connoisseurs have had to ask. When investing in infrastructure for your quail farm, getting started with the right equipment is paramount. You want the right design and material to set up an effective workflow, and healthy, clean living environment for the quail, all while not breaking the bank. To ensure this, I recommend wire quail cages. There are several arguments in favor of using wire quail cages over plastic quail cages. Here are some key points: Ultimately, the choice between wire cages and plastic quail cages depends on...