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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 dive deep into:

• The Saxony duck breed — history, temperament, egg production, and show potential
• What makes Saxony ducks the quadruple threat: egg layers, meat birds, beautiful for exhibition, and pet-worthy personalities
• Tyrell's thoughts on line breeding, outcrossing, and how he’s increasing size and quality in his flock
• Incubation tips and hatch rates (including a 204/209 duckling hatch rate success!)
• His waterfowl breeding projects, including Black East Indies, Welsh Harlequins, and Gray Rowans
• How he balances full-time concrete work, poultry breeding, and national shows

Tyrell shares stories from the road, earning exhibitor awards, and practical advice on raising ducks successfully — whether you’re breeding for show, utility, or backyard pets.

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