Wise County Chicken Farm

Wise County Chicken Farm Wise County Chicken Farm At Wise County Chicken Farm, poultry isn’t just a business — it’s a family legacy. Wise County Chicken Farm is nestled in the heart of North Texas, in the small town of Paradise, Texas — a place so small, if you blink you might just miss it. But it’s here, in this quiet corner of the world, that we’ve built a farm and a life centered around family, faith, and a love for raising quality poultry. From our little slice of Paradise, we are proud to serve families across Texas and beyond. Our story begins generations ago. My great-grandfather and grandfather both raised poultry alongside running their farms, while my great-grandmother lovingly tended to her flock of turkeys — walking them to the fields each morning and herding them home safely each night. The real “Chicken Man” in my life was my dad. He began raising chickens full time when I was just eight years old, after the passing of my mother. At the time, I didn’t understand. The Texas summers were hot, the winters were cold, and I wasn’t always thrilled to help. Years later, I asked my dad why he chose chickens of all things. His answer?“To be closer to you kids after your mother died.”That moment changed everything for me. Growing up motherless, I came to realize just how much of a blessing it was to have a small but mighty, tight-knit community behind us. There were so many "mother hens" in our lives — neighbors, friends, and family — who stepped in to help raise us three kids. Their support, love, and steady presence shaped my childhood in ways I can never repay. To those special souls: thank you. You will forever hold a place in my heart. And my dad — through it all, he never missed a thing. He was at every single sports game, every recital, every milestone moment. That memory is something I cherish to this day, and I wear it like a badge of honor. It inspires the way I show up for my own children now. In 2019, life came full circle. After the sudden passing of my daughters’ father, I found myself navigating a new life with our two daughters, my son, and my bonus sons. The corporate grind wasn’t allowing me to be present for them in the way they needed. I remembered my father’s words — and I knew what I had to do. During that season, I was stretched to the max -- stressed, exhausted, constantly feeling like I was falling short. One day, in tears, I confided in a close colleague and longtime mentor of mine -- someone who had guided me for over 10 years through my corporate life. He had always encouraged me to better myself, to lead by faith, and to strive for more. That day, I sobbed to him about how I couldn’t keep up and didn’t know what to do. His response...“Well, it sounds like it’s about time to start selling chickens with your dad.” At first, I laughed — and, truthfully, I was a little offended. He knew how much I had despised all that farm work growing up. Why would he even suggest that? But the more I thought about it... the more it started to make sense. I took a leap of faith, left the corporate world, and began building Wise County Chicken Farm. The first month was a challenge, and with the grace of God, and with a lot of hard work, we made it. Some months are still tough, but the reward of being home with my family, homeschooling my children, and doing work I love makes it all worthwhile. I am especially grateful to have had the wisdom of my father to lean on as I began this journey. When I first started learning more about poultry in general — from differentiating breeds, to understanding temperament, to navigating health issues — he was an incredible resource of knowledge and experience. His guidance, patience, and deep love for poultry helped shape the way I raise and care for my own birds today. It is a gift to now share in this passion with him, carrying forward our family’s legacy while continuing to learn every day. Today, my love for poultry runs deep. Chickens, ducks, geese — they are intel