The Kerr Center Chicken Tractor 1.0: Description and Parts List

This intern report describes the chicken tractor used in the Kerr Center’s pastured poultry projects from 2009-2010. It includes photos, a parts list, and a scan of hand-drawn/-written plans.

Author: Cortney Loyd
Date: 2010
Pages: 16

The Kerr Center Chicken Tractor 1.0: Description & Parts List (PDF, 2 MB)

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