1942 Baby Chick Sexing Process at Petaluma Hatchery

In January 1942, workers at a hatchery in Petaluma, Sonoma County, California, determine the sex of baby chicks. This process is crucial for poultry farming, as it allows farmers to raise only the desired gender for egg production or meat. The image captures a significant aspect of agricultural practices and is part of the FSA/OWI Collection.

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