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 methods like rotational grazing and suggest optimal space requirements per bird to keep pastures sustainable. Nutrition is a focal point, with recommendations on feed composition and strategies for fat development in Bresse chickens. 

 Additional topics include dealing with frostbite, the importance of proper feeding routines, and traditional breeding practices to ensure genetic consistency. The podcast ends with tips on managing forage crops and sourcing quality Bresse in different regions.

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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 qualities, the importance of growth rate and body structure, and the challenges of breeding for consistent quality. 

 Other topics include the temperament of Bresse chickens, dealing with environmental conditions, and best practices for starting and maintaining a flock. The episode also touches on common issues like black spots on white Bresse and concludes with practical advice on managing a flock throughout the year.

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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 efforts to revive the Rose Comb White Minorca and his new project with Buff Minorcas. 

 Listeners are provided with practical advice and insights on how to successfully manage and enjoy Minorca chickens.

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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 enough space. He details his coop and pen setups, feeding practices, and breeding methodology, highlighting the importance of managing both males and females for optimal growth and show readiness. 

The episode emphasizes Tinsley's dedication to maintaining and improving Minorcas, including special management practices for show preparations and the importance of line breeding while introducing new genetic material to combat inbreeding challenges. 

The podcast concludes by underscoring the reliable hatching characteristics of Minorcas and encourages listeners to subscribe and share feedback. Part two will be posted next Tuesday.

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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 interview was rediscovered from a forgotten computer, preserving Danny's wisdom and offering listeners practical tips on nurturing a productive flock. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding breed standards, careful selection, and strategic breeding to achieve consistent results.

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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 characteristics and quality of Leghorns and discusses his methodology for breeding, focusing on various bird attributes from earlobes to feather quality. This episode is a tribute to Danny's enduring legacy and knowledge preserved against the odds.

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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 myth of glucosamine necessity and the importance of a proper diet.  Showing Shamo, and training them to pose are covered along with how to transport them to shows. 

Finally, the group offers resources for those interested in starting with Shamos, including recommended literature, and discusses the market value of quality birds.

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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 purpose, and their suitability as pets. The episode also covers topics like breeding, housing requirements, feather health, and the challenges of showing these birds. 

Jessica recounts her experiences, offering valuable advice for current and prospective Shamo owners.

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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 their personal experiences with different breeding methods, flock management challenges, and achieving consistency. They emphasize the significance of production abilities, maintaining genetic vigor, and the careful balancing required in breeding programs. The episode concludes with reflections on long-term goals, infrastructure improvements, and the vital role of backyard flocks in food sustainability. Listeners are encouraged to engage with their birds and provide feedback for future podcast topics.

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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 fall. John details his method of daily weighing chicks for the first three weeks to compare growth patterns, while Mandy stresses a steady growth trajectory. 

 They also discuss feed strategies, feeder management, and culling for optimal growth. Mandy explains how she evaluates birds for freezer age and potential breeding, emphasizing the importance of bird handling and bone spacing. The discussion also covers coop setups, space management, and maintaining a balanced flock with varying ages to ensure continuous egg production.

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