Jul 22, 2021 · White-Egg Flock. Land: 2 acres (needed land includes building and waste disposal) Labor: 180–200 hours; Egg collection and grading costs: $1,500–1,800 per flock; Capital: Pullets: 1,000 birds × $4.00 = $4,000 Buildings, equipment (including egg cooler): $7,000–8,000; Brown-Egg Flock. Land: 2 acres (needed land includes building and waste