Getting Ready For Breeding Season-Part 2

Season 3 Episode 135

In Part 2 of Getting Ready for Breeding Season, The Poultry Keepers Podcast continues the conversation with deeper insights into preparing your flock for success. This episode covers critical topics every poultry keeper should know, including:

How to manage lighting for optimal fertility without stressing birds
The role of water systems and continuous flow setups in maintaining flock health
Why nutrition—especially amino acids like lysine, methionine, and threonine—directly impacts egg quality and chick vigor
Ideal egg sizes for hatching strong, healthy chicks
Housing and nest box designs that reduce stress and encourage reliable laying
The importance of fresh greens, sprouts, and even alfalfa in boosting vitamin A and embryo development

Whether you’re raising heritage breeds, managing a small backyard flock, or preparing birds for show, this discussion provides actionable steps to elevate your breeding program.

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Published on 3 months ago

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Getting Ready For Breeding Season-Part 2