Alchemist Farm

Nestled in the rolling hills of Sebastopol, Sonoma County, Alchemist Farm is a small family‑run operation headed by Franchesca and Ryan Duval and their two children. The farm specializes in heritage and rare poultry, offering breeds such as French Black Copper Marans, Olive Egger, Serama, Double Silver Laced Barnevelder, and many more, each prized for unique egg colors ranging from deep chocolate to olive‑green. All breeding groups roam free on solar‑powered pastures; the hatchery runs on a 100 % solar array, making the entire operation zero‑waste and plastic‑free. Customers can pre‑order 2026 season chicks online, with seasonal minimums of six to ten birds to ensure safe overnight express shipping at a flat $60 rate for up to 75 chicks. Local customers may schedule free farm pickups on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays by appointment, allowing them to hand‑raise their new flock directly from the source. The farm also offers fertile eggs, bulk wholesale pricing for larger operations, and educational resources including monthly video chicken chats hosted by Franchesca, the head chicken wrangler. Prices range from $20 for a single Barnevelder chick to $180 for a surprise box of twelve mixed‑breed chicks. Alchemist Farm’s commitment to humane breeding—no male chicks are culled—and its community‑focused outreach make it a standout destination for both novice and experienced chicken keepers.