Heat kills poultry within minutes. Stacking without airflow is deadly.
Poultry
Species-specific transport rules. The full long-form guide is still being written — the critical rules below are authoritative and reflect current Steampunk Farms practice.
Top Rules
- Ventilated crates with clear airflow on all sides
- Never stack more than 2 crates high
- Upright orientation only
- Waterfowl need hay bedding, not shavings
- Heritage-breed turkeys don’t fit standard crates — plan accordingly
Full guide coming soon
We’re expanding this into a long-form guide covering vehicle selection, loading techniques, temperature thresholds, species-specific paperwork, and partner facilities. In the meantime, the rules above + the main Safe Animal Transport Basics guide cover the core protocols.