Frequently Asked Questions

We produce a wide range of fresh and frozen chicken products including breast fillets, thigh fillets, tenderloins, wings, drumsticks, Marylands, whole birds, assorted cuts and value-added marinated products.

Yes. We can work closely with retailers, foodservice operators and manufacturers to develop customised products, packaging and specifications to meet their individual requirements.

Yes. Golden Cockerel produces Halal-certified chicken products for customers.

Many of our fresh chicken products are naturally gluten free. Some marinated and value-added products may contain gluten or other allergens. Please refer to the product packaging or contact us if you require detailed allergen information.

Nutritional information is available on all retail product packaging and, where applicable, on our website product pages.

Yes. Golden Cockerel produces Halal-certified chicken products for customers.

Golden Cockerel is committed to maintaining the highest standards of food safety, animal welfare and responsible business practices. Our operations are independently audited and certified to recognised Australian and international standards, including:

• RSPCA Certified Farms – recognising our commitment to high animal welfare standards on all our farms.
• BRCGS Global Food Safety Standard – an internationally recognised benchmark for food safety, quality and operational excellence.
• Safe Food Queensland – ensuring our processing operations comply with Queensland's stringent food safety and traceability requirements.
• SEDEX (Supplier Ethical Data Exchange) – demonstrating our commitment to ethical sourcing, responsible labour practices and supply chain transparency.

These certifications reflect our ongoing commitment to producing safe, high-quality chicken products that our customers can trust. If you require further information or certification documentation, please contact our team.

Yes. Businesses interested in purchasing Golden Cockerel products are welcome to contact our Sales team to discuss account options, product ranges and minimum order quantities.

Yes. We can provide product specifications, nutritional information, allergen declarations, microbiological standards and other technical documentation to approved commercial customers.

Absolutely. Our experienced Product Development team can create products to meet your required weight, cut, recipe, portion size, packaging and labelling specifications.

Yes. We supply an extensive range of fresh and frozen chicken products across various pack sizes and specifications.

Yes. Golden Cockerel supplies to selected international markets. Please contact our Export team to discuss your requirements.

We offer retail-ready packs, bulk foodservice cartons and wholesale packaging.

Delivery options vary depending on product type and location. Please contact us for information about your location.

Minimum order quantities vary depending on the product, packaging format and delivery location. Our Sales team can recommend the best solution for your business. Contact us for more information on how we can help you.

Golden Cockerel is committed to maintaining the highest standards of food safety, animal welfare and responsible business practices. Our operations are independently audited and certified to recognised Australian and international standards, including:

• RSPCA Certified Farms – recognising our commitment to high animal welfare standards on all our farms.
• BRCGS Global Food Safety Standard – an internationally recognised benchmark for food safety, quality and operational excellence.
• Safe Food Queensland – ensuring our processing operations comply with Queensland's stringent food safety and traceability requirements.
• SEDEX (Supplier Ethical Data Exchange) – demonstrating our commitment to ethical sourcing, responsible labour practices and supply chain transparency.

These certifications reflect our ongoing commitment to producing safe, high-quality chicken products that our customers can trust. If you require further information or certification documentation, please contact our team.

Yes. Australia has some of the highest food safety standards in the world. Golden Cockerel operates under rigorous food safety, quality assurance and biosecurity systems throughout every stage of production.

Barn Raised chickens are raised indoors in climate-controlled barns that provide protection from weather, predators and disease.

Free Range chickens are also raised in barns but, once they are old enough, are provided with access to an outdoor range during daylight hours, weather permitting.

No. Free range chickens have access to the outdoors during the day but naturally move between the barn and the range depending on the weather and their behaviour. At night they return indoors where they are protected from predators.

No. Golden Cockerel chickens are not genetically modified. Improvements in growth and performance are achieved through selective breeding, nutrition and best-practice farming techniques.

No. Australian chickens are not given added hormones or steroids. In fact, the use of hormones and steroids in Australian chicken production has been prohibited for decades.

The health and welfare of our chickens is our highest priority. If a chicken becomes unwell, antibiotics may be prescribed by a veterinarian to treat illness. Strict Australian regulations ensure all required withdrawal periods are met before processing, so chicken sold to consumers is safe to eat.

Yes. Golden Cockerel produces Halal-certified chicken products for customers.

Golden Cockerel is committed to maintaining the highest standards of food safety, animal welfare and responsible business practices. Our operations are independently audited and certified to recognised Australian and international standards, including:

• RSPCA Certified Farms – recognising our commitment to high animal welfare standards on all our farms.
• BRCGS Global Food Safety Standard – an internationally recognised benchmark for food safety, quality and operational excellence.
• Safe Food Queensland – ensuring our processing operations comply with Queensland's stringent food safety and traceability requirements.
• SEDEX (Supplier Ethical Data Exchange) – demonstrating our commitment to ethical sourcing, responsible labour practices and supply chain transparency.

These certifications reflect our ongoing commitment to producing safe, high-quality chicken products that our customers can trust. If you require further information or certification documentation, please contact our team.

We're continually investing in initiatives that improve operational efficiency, reduce waste, conserve natural resources and support the long-term sustainability of poultry farming.

Golden Cockerel is committed to maintaining the highest standards of food safety, animal welfare and responsible business practices. Our operations are independently audited and certified to recognised Australian and international standards, including:

• RSPCA Certified Farms – recognising our commitment to high animal welfare standards on all our farms.
• BRCGS Global Food Safety Standard – an internationally recognised benchmark for food safety, quality and operational excellence.
• Safe Food Queensland – ensuring our processing operations comply with Queensland's stringent food safety and traceability requirements.
• SEDEX (Supplier Ethical Data Exchange) – demonstrating our commitment to ethical sourcing, responsible labour practices and supply chain transparency.

These certifications reflect our ongoing commitment to producing safe, high-quality chicken products that our customers can trust. If you require further information or certification documentation, please contact our team.

No. Golden Cockerel chickens are not genetically modified. Improvements in growth and performance are achieved through selective breeding, nutrition and best-practice farming techniques.

No. Australian chickens are not given added hormones or steroids. In fact, the use of hormones and steroids in Australian chicken production has been prohibited for decades.

The health and welfare of our chickens is our highest priority. If a chicken becomes unwell, antibiotics may be prescribed by a veterinarian to treat illness. Strict Australian regulations ensure all required withdrawal periods are met before processing, so chicken sold to consumers is safe to eat.

Yes. Golden Cockerel produces Halal-certified chicken products for customers.

No. Golden Cockerel chickens are not genetically modified. Improvements in growth and performance are achieved through selective breeding, nutrition and best-practice farming techniques.

No. Australian chickens are not given added hormones or steroids. In fact, the use of hormones and steroids in Australian chicken production has been prohibited for decades.

Yes. We supply an extensive range of fresh and frozen chicken products across various pack sizes and specifications.

Barn Raised chickens are raised indoors in climate-controlled barns that provide protection from weather, predators and disease.

Free Range chickens are also raised in barns but, once they are old enough, are provided with access to an outdoor range during daylight hours, weather permitting.

The health and welfare of our chickens is our highest priority. If a chicken becomes unwell, antibiotics may be prescribed by a veterinarian to treat illness. Strict Australian regulations ensure all required withdrawal periods are met before processing, so chicken sold to consumers is safe to eat.