Blue Orpington Chickens produce chicks that are blue, black, or splash. They are fluffy, calm, and quiet. They make a great pet bird and flock member. Orpingtons lay brown eggs.
Ever thought about raising turkeys but were unsure if they were right for you? This blog discusses the pros and cons of raising turkeys as well as some interesting facts about them. Learn whether or not you are ready to take on raising turkeys!
While the turkey is a well-known bird (due to Thanksgiving dinner), few folks raise them and even fewer understand the difference between broad-breasted and heritage breeds. Let me explain the difference! Broads vs Heritage The
Raising turkeys is fun and rewarding. Learn everything that you need to know about feeding, housing and raising healthy turkeys.
You're thinking of getting turkeys, but wondering if you can stick them in with your chickens. Can you raise turkeys and chickens together?
Today I share turkey butchering tips from our first time butchering turkeys, as well as updates and changes to our method in subsequent years.
If you are interested in breed conservation the Royal Palm Turkey makes a fantastic project bird. It is one of the prettiest turkey breeds out there.
Raising turkeys can be a rewarding experience for any budding homesteader. But sometimes it can feel like you’re delving into the unknown. Here are some tips for raising turkeys.
Bourbon Reds Turkeys are a great heritage breed that belongs so well on many farms and homesteads with its regal appearance and sizeable meat production.
Learn to feed young turkeys a healthy diet that supports their rapid growth, according to these authentic 1800's instructions!
♥ ~ ♥ Turkeys ♥ ~ ♥ Tiger Bronze Turkeys - Rare Heritage Turkeys
“Don't let them out in the rain, they'll stare up into it and drown...” Our experience with turkeys has been completely the opposite. While most poultry species aren't exactly bright, we find that turkeys are lovely, personable, and most important for the self sufficient homesteader -- extremely efficient converters of grain and forage into delicious meat. In 5 months, a turkey can grow from a few ounces to 20-30+ lbs.
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We guide you through a step by step process on how to butcher a turkey and how to process these magnificent creatures for the freezer.
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Pastured poultry is a great way to ensure the healthiest and highest quality meat for your family. Raising meat chickens on pasture....
Broad Breasted White Turkeys are the most popular turkey breed because of their size, rapid growth, and ability to produce a large amount of breast meat.
Tired of using freezer paper to wrap your home-processed poultry? I'll show you how to use poultry shrink bags for your next processing day.
Chicken is higher in calories and fats, while turkey is richer in protein and cholesterol. It is also richer in vitamins and minerals, such as magnesium, vitamin B12, and folate.
Processing a turkey is similar to processing a chicken, but be aware of a few differences and ensure you have the right equipment.
