The Coop with Meyer Hatchery

Today we’re discussing ducks! We thought we would cover some of the basics about raising ducklings from brooding to the coop. Do you currently have ducks in your flock, or plan on adding them?

In this episode you'll: 

• Hear Kendra + Jeff's Duck Raising Experience
• Learn The Basics Of Raising Ducks
• Get Answers To Our Most Common Duckling Questions

Important Links:

• Duck Breeds 
• Waterfowl Brooding 101 - Help Desk
• Poultry Feed Guidelines - Help Desk
• Best Duck Breed For You - Blog Post
• Episode 7 - Poultry Types
• Episode 20 - Abnormalities
  
  

Also don't forget to join our exclusive Facebook Group "Inside The Coop" and submit your Poultry Pride Story, here!

Let’s take a Meyer Moment to talk about how to help your flock beat the heat! Across the country, we’re feeling the summer heat, and your birds are feeling it too. Today we’re going to cover how to keep your poultry safe while staying cool this summer season. 

This minisode is a little bit different than traditional episodes, as we cover relevant happenings in and around Meyer Hatchery. Sometimes we also interview industry leaders, and today I’m excited to be joined by author Gail Damerow. 

Gail has been raising poultry for nearly five decades and writing about chickens since her first book came out in 1976. You may recognize the name from her well-loved books Storey’s Guide  To Raising Chickens, The Chicken Health Handbook, her newest release What’s Killing My Chickens and many more.

Today we get to learn more about Gail’s background in poultry keeping as she shares some of her best tips for illness prevention and identification.

In this episode you'll: 

• Learn How Gail's Poultry Experience Lead To Writing About Poultry
• Hear Gail's Best Husbandry Tips
• Learn How To Identify Disease Vs Health Issue
• Catch Details On Gail's Newest Book, What's Killing My Chickens

Important Links:

• The Chicken Health Handbook
• What’s Killing My Chickens
• Gail Damerow
• Storey Publishing
  
  

Also don't forget to join our exclusive Facebook Group "Inside The Coop" and submit your Poultry Pride Story, here!

Let’s take a Meyer Moment to talk about poultry first aid must-haves!

Feed and supplements are your first line of defense, but what happens when you have an injury in your flock? We’ve curated a list of poultry first aid must-haves to keep stocked for the moment you need it most.

The summer season is in full swing and typically the time of year folks are planning weekend getaways or annual multi-week vacations. The planning is complete, bags are packed but who is going to care for your flock while you’re away? I will say having a farm and traveling can be tough, however, it’s not impossible. We’ve gathered some considerations and tips to help you care for your flock while on vacation.

Let’s take a Meyer Moment to talk about Salmonella! With your new chicks arriving it is hard to resist cuddling with them, but did you know, improper poultry handling can lead to a Salmonella infection? The CDC and public health officials in several states are investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Hadar infections, linked to contact with backyard poultry such as chicks and ducklings.  

Today we’re taking a look at Abnormalities, as part of our A Year With Chickens Series. We dedicate one episode per month to this series, covering what to expect when raising a chicken in that particular month. For the month of July, we're going to cover common abnormalities you may experience with your poultry from crooked toes to cross beak. 

In this episode you'll: 

• Hear About Common Poultry Abnormalities
• Learn How To Correct Or Manage Them At Home
• Get Some Tips For Best Flock Health

Important Links:

• Poultry Pick Of The Week: Blue Laced Red Wyandotte
• Poultry Science Department By State - Help Desk Article
• Wry Neck - Help Desk Article
• Wry Tail - Help Desk Article
• Spraddle Leg - Help Desk Article
• Crooked Toes - Help Desk Article
• Cross Beak - Help Desk Article

Also don't forget to join our exclusive Facebook Group "Inside The Coop" and submit your Poultry Pride Story, here!

Let’s take a Meyer Moment to talk about the Meyer Hatchery Virtual Poultry Show! 

With local fairs being altered or completely canceled this year, we want to encourage our youth to continue to learn and grow in their poultry keeping. So we decided to hold a virtual poultry show for the months of July, August, and September.

This minisode is a little bit shorter than our traditional episodes, as we cover relevant happenings in and around Meyer Hatchery. Sometimes we also interview industry leaders, and today we’re excited to be joined by Amanda from Meyer Hatchery. You may remember Amanda from Episode 9 when we discussed Chicken Tractors. Today, she has returned to discuss 4-H as she provides some insight into those looking to begin as well as her best tips and tricks for showing. 

In this episode you'll: 

• Learn How You Can Participate In 4-H
• Hear Amanda's Experience 
• Catch Our Best Showing Supplies
• Find All Of Our Best Showing Resources

Important Links:

• 4-H Website 
• Standard of Perfection
• Best of Show Prep Kit
• Gallop Poultry Shampoo
• Meyer Hatchery Showing Supplies
• Our Best Showing Resources

Also don't forget to join our exclusive Facebook Group "Inside The Coop" and submit your Poultry Pride Story, here!

Let’s take a Meyer Moment to talk about kitchen scraps. As the warmer season continues, you’ll often find yourself with an abundance of fresh produce, from your garden, local farmers market, or grocery store. Instead of tossing your leftover scraps or taking them to the compost bin, consider treating your poultry!