

Backyard Chickens & Coturnix Quail: Incubating Hatching Eggs and Chicken Breeding
Jennifer Bryant and Carey Blackmon
Jennifer Bryant of BryantsRoost.com and Carey Blackmon of ShowProFarmSupply.com are here to discuss backyard chicken keeping. This show dives deep into flock management, poultry health, hatching eggs, chicken nutrition, incubating, brooding chicks, predator-proofing, and biosecurity.We cover everything from chicken coop tips to coturnix quail farming, heritage breeds, and even NPIP certification. Each episode is packed with real-world advice, expert interviews, and practical tips for egg production, chicken behavior, and integrating new birds into your flock.With all your favorite breeders, our guests round out the nerd table with the most information. Coturnix Quail are the new chicken and we delve deep into discussing breeding, care, housing and nutriton.If you're a beginner or a lifelong poultry nerd, this chicken keeping podcast will help you raise healthier birds, hatch with confidence, and grow your homestead. Tune in and nerd out with us!Find more at https://www.poultrynerdspodcast.comThe IncubationMasterclass.com can further your incubating skills to hatch out the most vigorous, healthy chicksHome of QuailMania.com the virtual event for everything coturnix quailValleyHatchery.com is a proud partner of the Poultry Nerds Podcast From backyard flocks to working farms, Valley Hatchery provideshard-working birds for hard-working people.EggFoam.com for shipping supplies of hatching eggs and live birds
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Nov 28, 2024 • 35min
Savannah w/ The Hot Mess Homestead
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Join hosts Jennifer Bryant of Bryant's Roost and Carey Blackmon of Double R Farms in this engaging episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast as they welcome Savannah from The Hot Mess Homestead. They delve into the realities of small flock poultry keeping, discussing practical tips, personal experiences, and the joys of raising chickens and quail. Whether you're a seasoned poultry keeper or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights into homesteading life.Relevant Hashtags and Keywords:#PoultryNerdsPodcast#TheHotMessHomestead#Homesteading#BackyardChickens#QuailKeeping#SmallFlockPoultry#ChickenKeepingTips#HomesteadLife#BryantsRoost#DoubleRFarmsJoin Carey of Show Pro Farm Supply and Jennifer of Bryant's Roost as we delve into chickens and quail (mostly) to help you enjoy your birds more and worry less. Backyard chicken keeping shouldnt be stressfull, let's get back to the simple days Valley Hatchery is a proud sponsor of Poultry Nerds, find more at ValleyHatchery.com Support the showFeel Free to email us at - info@poultrynerdspodcast.com Join us on Facebook at - https://www.facebook.com/PoultryNerdsSign up for News at PoultryNerds.comEggFoam.com get your egg shippers and live shipping boxes and always get free shipping! ShowPro feed supplement for all your feathered friends! Grow them bigger and healthier with the best ingredients.Coturnix Quail hatching eggs from Bryant's Roost, including jumbo celadons!Quail cartons and Supplies from Double R FarmsPlease subscribe to our podcast and leave a review, we appreciate you. And if you have a subject request, email us. PoultryNerds@Gmail.com

Nov 21, 2024 • 42min
My chickens laid an egg and it has a weird shell
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Join Carey of Show Pro Farm Supply and Jennifer of Bryant's Roost as we delve into chickens and quail (mostly) to help you enjoy your birds more and worry less. Backyard chicken keeping shouldnt be stressfull, let's get back to the simple days Valley Hatchery is a proud sponsor of Poultry Nerds, find more at ValleyHatchery.com Support the showFeel Free to email us at - info@poultrynerdspodcast.com Join us on Facebook at - https://www.facebook.com/PoultryNerdsSign up for News at PoultryNerds.comEggFoam.com get your egg shippers and live shipping boxes and always get free shipping! ShowPro feed supplement for all your feathered friends! Grow them bigger and healthier with the best ingredients.Coturnix Quail hatching eggs from Bryant's Roost, including jumbo celadons!Quail cartons and Supplies from Double R FarmsPlease subscribe to our podcast and leave a review, we appreciate you. And if you have a subject request, email us. PoultryNerds@Gmail.com

Nov 14, 2024 • 47min
Poultry Showmanship with Jodi Chicken, APA judge
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Join Carey of Show Pro Farm Supply and Jennifer of Bryant's Roost as we delve into chickens and quail (mostly) to help you enjoy your birds more and worry less. Backyard chicken keeping shouldnt be stressfull, let's get back to the simple days Valley Hatchery is a proud sponsor of Poultry Nerds, find more at ValleyHatchery.com Support the showFeel Free to email us at - info@poultrynerdspodcast.com Join us on Facebook at - https://www.facebook.com/PoultryNerdsSign up for News at PoultryNerds.comEggFoam.com get your egg shippers and live shipping boxes and always get free shipping! ShowPro feed supplement for all your feathered friends! Grow them bigger and healthier with the best ingredients.Coturnix Quail hatching eggs from Bryant's Roost, including jumbo celadons!Quail cartons and Supplies from Double R FarmsPlease subscribe to our podcast and leave a review, we appreciate you. And if you have a subject request, email us. PoultryNerds@Gmail.com

Nov 7, 2024 • 32min
Carey and Jennifer on Winterizing Your Flock
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, hosts Jennifer Bryant of Bryant's Roost and Carey Blackmon of Double R Farms share essential tips on winterizing your backyard flock. Learn how to keep your chickens, quail, and other poultry safe, healthy, and productive during the colder months. From coop insulation and proper ventilation to nutrition and lighting strategies, this episode covers everything you need to prepare your flock for winter.🔗 Listen to the full episode: 📌 Topics Covered:Winter coop preparationMaintaining proper ventilationAdjusting feed and water routinesManaging light exposureHealth checks and common winter ailments🔖 Hashtags: #PoultryNerdsPodcast #WinterizingYourFlock #BackyardChickens #PoultryCare #WinterChickenCare #Homesteading #ChickenCoopTips #PoultryHealth #SmallFlockFarming #BryantsRoost #DoubleRFarmsJoin Carey of Show Pro Farm Supply and Jennifer of Bryant's Roost as we delve into chickens and quail (mostly) to help you enjoy your birds more and worry less. Backyard chicken keeping shouldnt be stressfull, let's get back to the simple days Valley Hatchery is a proud sponsor of Poultry Nerds, find more at ValleyHatchery.com Support the showFeel Free to email us at - info@poultrynerdspodcast.com Join us on Facebook at - https://www.facebook.com/PoultryNerdsSign up for News at PoultryNerds.comEggFoam.com get your egg shippers and live shipping boxes and always get free shipping! ShowPro feed supplement for all your feathered friends! Grow them bigger and healthier with the best ingredients.Coturnix Quail hatching eggs from Bryant's Roost, including jumbo celadons!Quail cartons and Supplies from Double R FarmsPlease subscribe to our podcast and leave a review, we appreciate you. And if you have a subject request, email us. PoultryNerds@Gmail.com

Oct 31, 2024 • 19min
Buff Orpington Chicken with Ross Harrington
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Join Carey of Show Pro Farm Supply and Jennifer of Bryant's Roost as we delve into chickens and quail (mostly) to help you enjoy your birds more and worry less. Backyard chicken keeping shouldnt be stressfull, let's get back to the simple days Support the showFeel Free to email us at - info@poultrynerdspodcast.com Join us on Facebook at - https://www.facebook.com/PoultryNerdsSign up for News at PoultryNerds.comEggFoam.com get your egg shippers and live shipping boxes and always get free shipping! ShowPro feed supplement for all your feathered friends! Grow them bigger and healthier with the best ingredients.Coturnix Quail hatching eggs from Bryant's Roost, including jumbo celadons!Quail cartons and Supplies from Double R FarmsPlease subscribe to our podcast and leave a review, we appreciate you. And if you have a subject request, email us. PoultryNerds@Gmail.com

Oct 24, 2024 • 47min
Aaron Goes to Quail Con
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Join Carey of Show Pro Farm Supply and Jennifer of Bryant's Roost as we delve into chickens and quail (mostly) to help you enjoy your birds more and worry less. Backyard chicken keeping shouldnt be stressfull, let's get back to the simple days Valley Hatchery is a proud sponsor of Poultry Nerds, find more at ValleyHatchery.com Support the showFeel Free to email us at - info@poultrynerdspodcast.com Join us on Facebook at - https://www.facebook.com/PoultryNerdsSign up for News at PoultryNerds.comEggFoam.com get your egg shippers and live shipping boxes and always get free shipping! ShowPro feed supplement for all your feathered friends! Grow them bigger and healthier with the best ingredients.Coturnix Quail hatching eggs from Bryant's Roost, including jumbo celadons!Quail cartons and Supplies from Double R FarmsPlease subscribe to our podcast and leave a review, we appreciate you. And if you have a subject request, email us. PoultryNerds@Gmail.com

Oct 17, 2024 • 34min
Poultry Nerds Q&A
Listener questions spark a lively discussion on shipping hatching eggs, with tips on using egg foam and double boxing. Best practices for packaging and heating chicks take center stage, highlighting the advantages of heat plates. The concept of barnyard mix breeds is introduced alongside the egg float test for freshness. Humorous insights into egg mishaps and the role of broody hens add to the fun. Essential poultry care tips cover coop maintenance, nutrition, and clever anecdotes, making the guide both informative and entertaining.

Oct 10, 2024 • 49min
Mastering Chicken Math: Essential Tips for New Poultry Keepers
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!In this episode of The Poultry Nerds Podcast, hosts Jennifer Bryant of Bryant's Roost and Carey Blackmon of Double R Farms delve into the concept of "chicken math"—the humorous yet relatable phenomenon where poultry enthusiasts find their flock numbers multiplying unexpectedly. They share personal anecdotes, discuss strategies for managing flock size, and offer tips on balancing passion with practicality in poultry keeping. Whether you're a seasoned poultry keeper or a newcomer, this episode provides insights and laughter, helping you navigate the delightful complexities of expanding your feathered family.Join Carey of Show Pro Farm Supply and Jennifer of Bryant's Roost as we delve into chickens and quail (mostly) to help you enjoy your birds more and worry less. Backyard chicken keeping shouldnt be stressfull, let's get back to the simple days Valley Hatchery is a proud sponsor of Poultry Nerds, find more at ValleyHatchery.com Support the showFeel Free to email us at - info@poultrynerdspodcast.com Join us on Facebook at - https://www.facebook.com/PoultryNerdsSign up for News at PoultryNerds.comEggFoam.com get your egg shippers and live shipping boxes and always get free shipping! ShowPro feed supplement for all your feathered friends! Grow them bigger and healthier with the best ingredients.Coturnix Quail hatching eggs from Bryant's Roost, including jumbo celadons!Quail cartons and Supplies from Double R FarmsPlease subscribe to our podcast and leave a review, we appreciate you. And if you have a subject request, email us. PoultryNerds@Gmail.com

Oct 3, 2024 • 40min
Incubating chicken Hatching Eggs-- Extended!
Discover the fascinating intricacies of egg incubation, from vital temperature and humidity control to the anatomy of eggs. Learn how winter conditions can impact hatching success and the myths around roosters and egg laying. The hosts share personal anecdotes and practical tips, including the art of candling and managing incubator environments. Explore the balance of temperature and humidity while uncovering the behaviors of broody hens. This insightful discussion delves into everything aspiring poultry enthusiasts need to know for successful hatching.

Sep 26, 2024 • 31min
Crevecour Chickens with Michelle Burns
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Join Carey of Show Pro Farm Supply and Jennifer of Bryant's Roost as we delve into chickens and quail (mostly) to help you enjoy your birds more and worry less. Backyard chicken keeping shouldnt be stressfull, let's get back to the simple days Valley Hatchery is a proud sponsor of Poultry Nerds, find more at ValleyHatchery.com Support the showFeel Free to email us at - info@poultrynerdspodcast.com Join us on Facebook at - https://www.facebook.com/PoultryNerdsSign up for News at PoultryNerds.comEggFoam.com get your egg shippers and live shipping boxes and always get free shipping! ShowPro feed supplement for all your feathered friends! Grow them bigger and healthier with the best ingredients.Coturnix Quail hatching eggs from Bryant's Roost, including jumbo celadons!Quail cartons and Supplies from Double R FarmsPlease subscribe to our podcast and leave a review, we appreciate you. And if you have a subject request, email us. PoultryNerds@Gmail.com


