Backyard Chickens & Coturnix Quail: Incubating Hatching Eggs and Chicken Breeding

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Discover the charming world of button quail! Jennifer shares her journey raising these tiny birds, tips on brooding, feeding, housing, and how custom nutrition boosted hatch rates. Whether you're breeding or keeping them as indoor pets, this episode covers it all.  In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, Carey and J...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this fascinating episode of Poultry Nerds , Jennifer is joined by Jeanette from The Livestock Conservancy and Deborah from High Ground Farm to shine a spotlight on one of America’s rarest heritage chicken breeds — the Black Java . Thought to be nearly extinct, these beautiful long-backed birds boast rich green iridescent pl...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! What role does light play in your flock’s health, behavior, and egg production? In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we dig deep into how seasonal changes in daylight—like the summer solstice—affect your chickens and quail. From lighting tricks to manage molting, to using LED and rope lights for consistent laying, we...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this egg-citing episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, Carey and Jennifer are joined by Nolie from Mojo Homestead Official to crack open the colorful world of rainbow egg genetics. From breeding true blue egg layers like Ameraucanas to creating Olive Eggers with rich, speckled shells, this episode dives deep into the science...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Valley Hatchery is a proud sponsor of Poultry Nerds, find more at ValleyHatchery.com Support the show Feel Free to email us at - PoultryNerds@gmail.com Join us on Facebook at - https://www.facebook.com/PoultryNerds Sign up for News at PoultryNerds.com EggFoam.com get your egg shippers and live shipping boxes and always get fre...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this deep-dive episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast , we're joined once again by our resident poultry veterinarian, Dr.  Morishita , to tackle one of the most misunderstood and hotly debated topics in the poultry world— Marek’s Disease . We break down the science behind this deadly herpesvirus, how it spreads through f...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Wondering why your chickens look half-naked and stopped laying? In this Poultry Nerds Q&A episode, we answer the top 20 questions about molting in poultry—what it is, when it happens, how to support birds with proper nutrition, and the best housing tips to reduce stress. Whether you're raising layers, show birds, or b...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! What starts with a few backyard chickens can spiral into a full-scale farming operation before you even know what hit you. In this kickoff episode of Next Level Nerds: From Hobby to Hustle , hosts Jennifer and Carey get real about how they each went from “just a few birds” to running multi-layered ag businesses — from breeding...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we’re joined by Danny from the Chicken Coop Company to talk all things predator prevention for backyard chickens . Whether you're battling raccoons, foxes, coyotes, or the real danger—your neighbor’s dog—this episode breaks down practical, real-world solutions to protect your...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we're joined by Jessica from The Gypsy Hen , a passionate poultry breeder with over 300 birds, including Americanas, Silkies, Morans, Cochins, and more! We dive into what it’s like managing over 30 breeding pens, navigating poultry shows, using incubators like the GQF Sportsma...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Join Carey and Jennifer in this lively episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast as they crack open the secrets to successful summertime hatching! Discover essential tips on humidity control, preventing common incubator mistakes, and the hilarious realities of poultry parenting. From handling incubator maintenance (without breaking...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast , we're diving deep into the world of Welsh Harlequin ducks with returning guest Tyrel,  a seasoned breeder and duck enthusiast. 🦆 From the breed's unique Tennessee import history to the auto-sexing traits , color phase differences (silver vs. gold) , and the nuances of e...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! 💩 Welcome to the Poultry Nerds Podcast — where no question is too weird and no topic too gross to cover… especially when it comes to poop! In this explosively informative episode, we're joined by the legendary Jeff Mattocks , poultry nutrition expert and feed formulator, to answer the #1 mystery in backyard poultry: &quo...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Join us for an exciting episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast as we dive deep into the highlights and behind-the-scenes secrets of the 2025 Pips n Chicks Virtual Poultry Show with special guest Breanna Patz. Discover insider tips on winning poultry competitions, understand judging criteria, and learn how to prepare your flock f...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we welcome a passionate and knowledgeable guest — Tyrel Thurston — for his first-ever podcast appearance ! Based in Montana and soon relocating to Wisconsin, Tyrel is a Master Exhibitor with the APA and ABA , known for his dedication to quality waterfowl and poultry breeding. We di...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Welcome back to the Poultry Nerds Podcast ! In this episode, we're joined again by Gina from Wrather Farms as we dive deep into the genetics, color varieties, and mislabeling surrounding the Splash Ameraucana . What's the difference between a true Ameraucana vs. Easter Egger ? We break it all down – from melanin expr...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Join us on the Poultry Nerds Podcast as we sit down with Bronwen Brune w/Queen B Farm in Missouri to discuss her incredible journey from accidental backyard chicken keeper to dedicated breeder of Black Mottled Brahmas. Bronwyn shares her experiences, from dealing with aggressive roosters to mastering complex poultry genetics t...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Everything You Need to Know About Bird Flu in Backyard Chickens 🐔 | Poultry Nerds Podcast w/ Dr. Teresa Morishita In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast , we sit down with Dr. Teresa Morishita, a poultry veterinarian and professor of poultry medicine and food safety, to answer all your burning questions about avian infl...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Welcome to another cluckin’ awesome episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast ! 🐣 In this fun, info-packed session, hosts Carrie and Jennifer break down essential poultry terminology every chicken keeper, breeder, and backyard enthusiast should know. Whether you're raising Coturnix quail , managing laying hens , or wondering...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of The Poultry Nerds Podcast, we welcome expert breeder and poultry genetics specialist Kenny Troiano to explore the process of breeding and developing your own strain. If you’ve ever wanted to establish a flock that is uniquely yours—consistent in type, performance, and quality—this episode is a must-listen! W...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! 🐔 Is your chicken a hen or a rooster? In this episode, we break down the key differences between a hen and a rooster, covering everything from physical characteristics to behavior and crowing. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced poultry keeper, this guide will help you determine if your bird is a rooster or a hen! 🔍...

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! 🎙 Quail & Homesteading Insights with Stellar Game Birds 🐔🌿 In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we sit down with Alexandra Doss of Stellar Game Birds to talk all things poultry, homesteading, and resilient breeding. From her early days sneaking a quail chick into her apartment to becoming a USDA-certified transp...

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Join Jennifer Bryant of Bryant's Roost and Carey Blackmon of Double R Farms in this engaging episode featuring Gina from Wrather Farms, as they delve into the fascinating world of sex-linked traits in poultry. Discover how to identify and utilize these genetic traits to create auto-sexing breeds, simplifying chick sexing...

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