

Poultry Nerds Podcast: A conversation about chicken, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
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, 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.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!Poultry Pro is designed to improve health, efficiency, and profits while managing your flocks and animals better. Use coupon code POULTRYNERDALERT! for 15% off any subscription.Chicken Bawks! THE t-shirt for all chicken tenders and a proud sponsor of Poultry Nerds Podcast. Check them out at https://thechickenbawks.com/poultrynerds
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Mar 7, 2024 • 17min
American Bresse Chicken, the sustainable meat chicken w/Mandelyn Royal Part 2
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 welcome Mandelyn Royal, founder of Arcadian Orchard, to discuss the distinctive qualities and care requirements of the American Bresse chicken. Mandelyn shares insights into the breed's unique characteristics, including its renowned meat quality and rich history. Listeners will learn about the American Bresse's origins, its development in the United States, and best practices for raising this exceptional poultry breed. Whether you're considering adding the American Bresse to your flock or are simply interested in poultry diversity, this episode offers valuable information to enhance your understanding and appreciation of this remarkable breed. Part 2 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

Feb 29, 2024 • 26min
American Bresse Chicken w/Mandelyn Royal Part 1
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 welcome Mandelyn Royal, founder of Arcadian Orchard, to discuss the distinctive qualities and care requirements of the American Bresse chicken. Mandelyn shares insights into the breed's unique characteristics, including its renowned meat quality and rich history. Listeners will learn about the American Bresse's origins, its development in the United States, and best practices for raising this exceptional poultry breed. Whether you're considering adding the American Bresse to your flock or are simply interested in poultry diversity, this episode offers valuable information to enhance your understanding and appreciation of this remarkable breed. 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

Feb 22, 2024 • 33min
What Comes First The Egg, The Chick, or The Started Bird?
Exploring the advantages and challenges of ordering hatching eggs, chicks, or started birds for raising poultry. The speakers discuss the importance of proper nutrition, breeding strategies, and the joy of receiving blue eggs from quail breeding sets. A cautionary tale about chick addiction during chick season at Tractor Supply is also shared.

Feb 15, 2024 • 39min
Raising Coturnix Quail , a beginner's guide
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Considering raising quail on your homestead? The Poultry Nerds Podcast is your ultimate guide to integrating quail into your poultry endeavors. In this episode, Jennifer Bryant of Bryant's Roost shares her expertise on starting a quail-raising venture, covering essential topics such as selecting suitable quail breeds, setting up efficient housing, understanding quail behavior, and maximizing egg and meat production. Whether you're aiming for a sustainable food source or expanding your poultry variety, this episode provides the insights you need to embark on your quail-raising journey. Tune in and discover how quail can be a valuable addition to your homestead! 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

Feb 8, 2024 • 31min
APPPA Conference Episode 2
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!🌟 Exciting News from the APPPA 2024 Conference! 🌟Hey poultry enthusiasts! 🐓 Just wrapped up an incredible time at the American Pastured Poultry Producers Association (APPPA) Conference in Texas! 🤠 The energy, the insights, and the community spirit were absolutely electric. 🔥But here's the scoop – the dialogue doesn't stop here! 🗣️ We're continuing the conversation sparked at #APPPA2024 right here on our social channels. 🌐 Join us as we dive deeper into the game-changing ideas, innovations, and connections made during the conference.Let's keep the momentum going and build a thriving community passionate about sustainable and pastured poultry farming. 🌿🐔 Don't miss out – drop your thoughts, questions, and experiences in the comments below! Let's keep the APPPA vibes alive! 🚀 #PasturedPoultry #APPPARecap #SustainableFarming #PoultryCommunity 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

Feb 1, 2024 • 30min
Carey Goes to APPPA 2024
Carey, an attendee at the APPPA 2024 Conference, shares the highlights of the event including engaging workshops, thought-provoking panel discussions, and groundbreaking ideas in sustainable poultry farming. Topics discussed include regulations for selling chickens directly from the farm, the logistics of an egg vending machine, the importance of sharp knives for processing, and tips for getting started with pastured poultry and selling it.

Jan 25, 2024 • 23min
Chicken Breeding and Selection Part 2
Learn about breeder selection challenges, determining bird age and sex, raising chickens in the city, and the importance of mentorship in the poultry industry

Jan 18, 2024 • 25min
Chicken Breeding and Selection Part 1
Carey Blackmon, expert in breed selection for optimal genetic diversity and health, joins Jennifer Bryant on Poultry Nerds. They discuss breed selection for poultry, distinguishing features of show and utility birds, hawk attacks on chickens, alternatives to chickens for eggs, and the breeding preferences of American breast breed chickens.

Jan 9, 2024 • 5min
Poultry Nerds Maiden Podcast
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! 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