Forget-Me-Not Quail Farm

06/24/2026

It's market day! We'll be at the Sebago Community Market this afternoon from 3:00–6:00 PM at Spaulding Memorial Library, and I can't wait to see everyone.

This week we'll have farm-fresh chicken and quail eggs, pickled quail eggs, jewelry, soaps, dog treats, catnip toys, and all the usual favorites.

Our pickled egg flavors this week are:
• Dill & Herb
• Sweet Beet
• Smoked Maple
• Garlic Peppercorn

The Smoked Maple and Garlic Peppercorn were a huge hit when I brought samples last week, so now's your chance to grab a jar for yourself.

We'll also have our feathered farm representatives with us, so be sure to stop by and say hello to the quail.

Also, Terra Firma will be serving up dinner, and there will be free face painting for the kids.

See you this afternoon!

06/23/2026

Check your inboxes on Thursday afternoon for this week's chick reservations. We will have True Black, Andalusian, as well as assorted chicks available. Chicks are $4 each and must be picked up Friday through Sunday. They will be sent home with a transport container, care sheet, and a small bag of feed.

Not on the list? You can sign up here: https://forgetmenotquailfarm.com/live-birds/day-old-coturnix-quail-chicks-for-sale/

06/17/2026

Today is the official start of the 2026 Sebago Community Market season!

Join us this afternoon from 3:00–6:00pm at the Spaulding Memorial Library in Sebago, Maine for an afternoon of local food, handmade goods, and community.

One thing I'm especially excited about this year is the beautiful wooded space between the market and the library. The vendors worked together to create a peaceful spot where you can take a short walk, relax in the shade, or enjoy your market treats at one of the new picnic tables.

We're also excited to welcome Smoking Phil's BBQ to the market this evening!

At the Forget-Me-Not Quail Farm booth, we’ll have all of our classic favorites plus a few new things. We'll have farm-fresh chicken and quail eggs, pickled quail eggs, jewelry, soaps inspired by forget-me-not flowers, our fan-favorite Itch Relief sticks, catnip toys, dog treats, and more.

This week's pickled egg flavors are:
• Sweet Beet
• Amish Mustard
• Mild Heat

I'll also have samples of two new pickled egg flavors I'm experimenting with, so stop by and let me know what you think.

And of course, our quail ambassadors will be joining us, so be sure to stop by and say hello. We can't wait to see everyone this afternoon!

06/14/2026

We still have quail chicks! If you’re interested in starting a covey, PM me and we’ll get you all set up.

All chicks come with a transport container, care sheets, and a bag of feed to get you started.

06/12/2026

We still have unreserved quail chicks! $4 each. Farm pickup in Fryeburg, Maine.

• Calico (24 left)
• Sparkly Pansy Pearl (13 left)
• Splash (5 left)

See the lines: https://forgetmenotquailfarm.com/our-breeding-programs/

06/08/2026

Two surprises in the hatchery tonight…

First, I had our first ever egg explode in the incubator. Naturally it was on the top shelf, but I think the remaining eggs will be okay. I guess I can’t say it “never” happens, but I will note this is one time out of thousands of eggs set.

Second, I apparently added some True Black eggs to the hatch due on the 12th and never wrote it down. So surprise! If you are on the hatch notification list, I didn’t mention them in last Monday’s email, but they’ll be available at the end of this week.

05/29/2026

We have 6 quail chicks that just reached 4 weeks old (4 Calico, 1 Andalusian, 1 White) and are available for purchase. They are $8 each. Unsexed. Off heat. Available for pickup today or this weekend. Message me if you're interested!

Looking for a head start? These Maine-raised Coturnix quail are off heat, eating and drinking on their own, and ready for pickup by appointment. Healthy, hardy, and locally raised at Forget-Me-Not Quail Farm.

05/28/2026

Have you seen one of these yet? It’s a shell-less egg! Usually you find these in pens of new layers, but sometimes it happens with older birds as well. This one came from one of our senior coveys. If it’s a one-off, there’s no need to worry or change anything. If it’s a regular occurrence, you may want to look at your birds’ diet and overall health.

05/22/2026

There isn’t just one “right” way to house Coturnix quail.

From square footage to ceiling height, here’s what actually matters when building housing for Coturnix quail. Clear numbers. Real experience. No guesswork.