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This episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast features Mandelyn, John, and Rip discussing various aspects of egg production, particularly focusing on the discrepancies between hatchery claims and actual performance of heritage breeds.  They stress the importance of sourcing birds from breeders who maintain the breed's standards. The conversation also covers the nuanced approaches to breeding, t...

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast, Mandelyn, John, and Rip discuss various factors that affect egg production in hens.  They explore the role of breed, daylight hours, weather stress, and artificial lighting in influencing the number of eggs laid. The hosts provide insights into managing and optimizing egg production, including the impact of early sexual maturity on lifespan egg yield...

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast, Mandelyn, John, and Rip discuss optimal protein levels for poultry diets, the benefits of different bedding materials for coops, and the importance of proper manure management.  They emphasize the risks associated with using diatomaceous earth and recommend safer alternatives like agricultural lime. The hosts share personal experiences and methods fo...

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast, Mandelyn Royal, John Gunterman, and Rip Stalvey discuss effective strategies for managing poultry manure.   They cover the impact of manure on the environment, including the risk of runoff contaminating local water sources and affecting wildlife. They highlight the importance of consulting local agencies for guidance on manure management and availabl...

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast, the discussion centers around the management, breeding, and showing of Rhode Island Reds, a classic American poultry breed.  The hosts provide recommendations on maintaining bloodlines, handling genetic setbacks, and the perils of introducing new blood into established lines. They share practical advice on conditioning show birds, managing breeding e...

This episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast features experts discussing the history, breeding, raising, and showing of Rhode Island Red chickens.  Topics include the breed's origin, contributions by notable figures like Lester Tompkins and Maurice Wallace, visual and breeding characteristics, and strategies for maintaining their iconic dark red color.  The script emphasizes key breeding trait...

From Day Old To First Egg-Part 2  In this informative episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast, Jeff Mattocks, Karen Johnston, and Rip Stalvey provide expert advice on raising poultry, covering essential topics such as feed transitions from starter to grower, vitamin B supplementation, and the pitfalls of medicated feeds.   The discussion emphasizes the importance of separating male and female chick...

This episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast features discussions with Jeff Mattocks, Karen Johnston, and Rip Stalvey on essential practices for raising chicks from day old to egg-laying stage.  They explore the importance of the first week in a chick's life for metabolic function establishment and discuss the use of products like dairy supplements to aid development.  The conversation highlig...

In the Poultry Keepers Podcast, Rip Stalvey interviews William Saunders, a Phoenix poultry breeder from Florida. William shares his journey, starting at age four, and his breeding experiences over 19 years focusing on Phoenix birds.   He discusses the rewards and challenges of breeding Phoenix, including weather conditions in Florida and maintaining bird health. He outlines his breeding process, e...

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast, co-hosts Rip Stalvey, Mandelyn Royal, Jeff Mattocks, and Carey Blackmon provide expert advice on maintaining a productive and healthy Bresse poultry flock.   They discuss the importance of planting and maintaining a diverse pasture mix for free-ranging chickens, including grains and legumes like rye, wheat, and clover. The hosts also highlight method...

This episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast, features Rip Stalvey, Jeff Mattocks, Carey Blackman, and Mandelyn Royal, discussing the American Bresse breed of chicken.   Mandelyn provides an in-depth look at the history, varieties, and unique characteristics of the Bresse, which originates from France. The conversation covers breeding strategies, including traits to look for in dual-purpose qualiti...

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast, host Rip Stalvey discusses various techniques and practices for keeping and breeding Minorca chickens with his guest John Tinsley.   The conversation covers hatching schedules, chick identification methods, and the process of selecting and grooming birds for shows. John shares his experiences in breeding different varieties of Minorcas, including eff...

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast hosted by Rip Stalvey, guest John Tinsley discusses his extensive experience raising Minorcas, a chicken breed known for its size, fertility, and egg production.  Tinsley shares his journey into poultry, influenced by his father and grandfather, his transition to raising Minorcas for their desirable traits, and the challenges involved in giving them e...

In this special episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast, Rip Stalvey uncovers a valuable conversation with poultry expert Danny Feathers. The episode dives deep into Danny's techniques for maintaining and breeding white leghorns, from identifying ideal bird traits to breeding strategies and maintaining line purity.   Originally recorded for the American Poultry Association, this insightful int...

In this special episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast, host Rip Stalvey presents a historic conversation with the late Danny Feathers, an expert on White Leghorns. Danny shares his deep passion for the breed, recounts his childhood attraction to White Leghorns, and offers detailed advice on breeding techniques, including selecting and pairing birds.   Danny recalls revitalizing the characteristic...

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast delves into managing Shamo chickens. We discuss their behavior, the challenges of different age groups in brooders, and the importance of enrichment to prevent aggression. We touch on breeding considerations, hatching ease, and differences in raising Shamo compared to other breeds. Jessica shares her experiences with nutritional needs, including the m...

This episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast is a replay of a previously rec0orded PK360 Live, Rip Stalvey, and Jeff Mattocks along with guest Jessica Watson, delve into the fascinating world of Shamos, a magnificent breed of poultry.   Jessica shares insights on the breed’s origins, traits, and her personal journey with Shamos. They discuss the bird's unique physical features, their original...

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers podcast, Mandelyn Royal and co-hosts John Gunterman and Rip Stalvey continue their in-depth discussion on poultry breeding and selection practices. The conversation covers techniques such as identifying which hens lay which eggs, the importance of shape and size in egg selection, and the role of natural selection in maintaining flock quality. The hosts share...

This episode covers the journey and management of poultry during the grow-out season for dual-purpose flock goals, featuring insights from Mandy, Rip, and John.   Mandy discusses her process, including the initial hatching in March, reaching a peak in June, and reducing numbers systematically until November. At peak, she manages around 200 birds, focusing on retaining 30 females and a few males by...

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers podcast, Mandelyn Royal, John Gunterman, and Rip Stalvey discuss various aspects of poultry feeding and management. Key topics include adhering to weight standards for birds, the importance of regulating feed quantities, and the cost-efficiency of high-quality feeds versus lower-quality alternatives.  The hosts emphasize the significant benefits of high-quali...

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers podcast, host Mandelyn Royal, along with team members John Gunterman and Rip Stalvey, delve into the true costs of starting and maintaining a flock.  They discuss the economic pitfalls of trying to save money on poultry care, including the price and quality trade-offs between hatching eggs, chicks, and adult stock. The team evaluates the efficacy of different...

In this episode, Jeff Mattocks, Carey Blackmon, and Rip Stalvey finish their explanation of how you can effectively manage your flock's annual molt.  They explain how you can help your birds manage stress, lose weight, and regrow beautiful feathers after the molt. Join our Facebook Groups: Poultry Keepers 360 - -  https://www.facebook.com/groups/354973752688125 Poultry Breeders Nutrition - ht...

It’s time for our birds to start their annual molt.  This episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast is a replay of the Poultry Keepers 360 Live recorded on June 27, 2024.  The show features Rip Stalvey, Jeff Mattocks, and Carey Blackmon as they delve into the critical topic of molting in poultry.   Jeff Mattocks provides comprehensive insights into the molting process, emphasizing that it's more...

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers podcast, Mandelyn Royal, John Gunterman, and Rip Stalvey discuss the intricacies of preparing poultry for exhibitions. The conversation covers essential practices such as conditioning and show training, the importance of reducing stress in birds, and techniques to make birds show-ready, including handling routines, dietary controls, and grooming details like...

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast, the hosts engage in an unplanned discussion on conditioning birds for shows. They delve into the reasons for showing poultry, from camaraderie and breeding improvement to competition. The conversation covers various aspects of conditioning, including nutritional requirements, the benefits of outdoor rearing, and the importance of avoiding stress. The...