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Cabarrus Small-Scale Poultry Processing Equipment

Program Purpose

This unit is intended for processing 30 birds or fewer per day and is suitable for on-farm or backyard use.

Perfect for backyard poultry processing, this set of equipment is ideal for small farms, homesteads, or anyone looking to process birds efficiently and affordably at home. All the essential tools you need in one easy rental. Whether you're new to processing or just need the right equipment, this setup has everything you need to get the job done efficiently. Make poultry processing simple, safe, and stress-free with this complete small-scale setup!

• 4 Large Poultry Cones
• Exsanguination Stand
• Scalder
• Plucker
• 2 Processing Tables
• Hot Gloves
• Thermometer
• Mineral Oil

Eligibility & Pre-Rental Requirements

To rent the poultry processing equipment, participants must meet the following requirements:

• Be a Cabarrus County resident

• Be 18 years of age or older

• Agree to comply with all program policies, safety standards, and inspection expectations

• Complete and sign all required documentation:

• Rental application

• User agreement and liability acknowledgment

• Equipment checkout and return forms

• Comply with all municipal, county, and state regulations

• Poultry processing is not permitted within the City of Concord city limits, regardless of equipment rental

Fees

Base Rental Fee

• $50 for a three-day rental period

Additional Fees

• $100 cleaning fee if sanitation standards are not met

• Assessed after inspection

• Payable by cash or check within 10 days

• Renter is responsible for all repair or replacement costs for damaged, lost, or missing equipment

Fees support equipment maintenance, inspection time, and long-term program sustainability.

Reservations

• Reservations must be made online under Cooperative Extension Rentals:
  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/cabarrus-county/catalog

• Reservations must be submitted at least one (1) week in advance

• Equipment rentals are available weekends only

• Rental period is three (3) consecutive days

• Pickup: Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

• Return: Monday, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

• Equipment may only be booked for the current calendar year

• Reservations for the following year open January 1

Required Training

Renters must meet one of the following:

• Successfully complete a Cabarrus County Cooperative Extension poultry processing training within five (5) years of checkout
  OR

• Demonstrate equivalent experience, evaluated through an individual consultation with the Livestock & Field Crops Agent

Training and consultations cover:

• Humane handling and processing

• Food safety and sanitation

• Proper equipment setup, operation, and cleaning

• Local and state regulatory considerations

Transportation Requirements

The renter is responsible for transporting all equipment safely.

• A large SUV, pickup truck, or trailer is required

• Equipment includes large, heavy, and bulky items (scalder, plucker, tables)

• All equipment must be:

• Properly secured

• Protected from weather, especially electrical components

• Transported in a clean and safe vehicle

• Do not overload vehicles or stack equipment unsafely

Inspection & Liability

• Equipment is returned to:
  715 Cabarrus Ave W, Concord, NC 28027

• Equipment inventory is reviewed at checkout and return

• Extension staff may use a white-cloth test to verify cleanliness

• If any single item fails inspection, the cleaning fee will be assessed

• Cabarrus County Cooperative Extension assumes no liability for accidents, injuries, or property damage resulting from use or misuse of equipment

Hints for a Successful Processing Day

• Outdoor-rated, grounded extension cord (for plucker)

• Standard grill-size propane tank

• Cleaning supplies (dish soap, disinfectant, paper towels, trash bags)

• Sanitized, food-grade coolers with ice

• Buckets for blood, offal, feathers, and clean water

• Food-grade hoses

• Approved location for composting or disposing of waste

Contact Information

Sarah Newman
Livestock & Field Crops Agent
Cabarrus County Cooperative Extension

Phone: 704-920-3310
Email: sarah_newman@ncsu.edu
 715 Cabarrus Ave W, Concord, NC 28027