Ventura Farms

Ventura Farms, ayam cemani chickens, Franklinton, LA, in Washington Parish and the Northshore near New Orleans. Ventura Farms holds membership in the American Poultry Association and ensures its breeding stock undergo routine disease screening and vaccination, with eggs candled and chicks receiving immediate health checks to detect early issues.

Shannon Ventura raises birds on pasture with spacious pens that let chickens exhibit natural behaviors. All chicks receive daily socialization from the brooder stage onward to support calm dispositions. The flock’s uniform black plumage and strong bone structure reflect careful selection for breed standards, supporting reliable offspring for show and small-scale egg production.

The farm follows sustainable rotation practices and draws on Shannon’s multi-generation farming background. Ventura Farms also provides guidance on coop design, nutrition planning, and ongoing support for newcomers to heritage poultry keeping. Her birds have placed in regional poultry shows, reflecting the farm’s steady breeding standards.