Poultry Keepers Podcast
Unlocking the World of Dual Purpose Poultry Breeds
Nov 21, 2023
Explore the world of dual-purpose poultry breeds. Learn about the differences between heritage, standard, and show-quality breeds. Discover the complexities of heritage poultry and the implications of breeding for size alone. Uncover the challenges of handling surplus males in urban flocks. Gain insights into improving egg production and evaluating poultry breeds. Delve into the potential of bantam poultry breeds and the advantages of dual-purpose birds.
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- Dual purpose poultry breeds are valuable for their ability to lay eggs consistently while also having meat qualities that can be utilized.
- Egg production should be considered along with other qualities, and breeders can select for stronger layers to improve overall egg production in their flocks.
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Defining Dual Purpose Poultry
Dual purpose poultry breeds are defined as birds that can be used for both egg production and meat. This means that these breeds are valuable for their ability to lay eggs consistently while also having meat qualities that can be utilized. Some examples of dual purpose purposes include birds that lay well while also being suitable for breeding purebreds and ornamental birds that have good laying capabilities.
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