Poultry Keepers Podcast

In this clip Jeff Mattocks shares his thoughts on giving baby chicks electrolytes.You can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Groups:Poultry Keepers Podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/907679597724837Poultry Keepers 360 - - https://www.facebook.com/groups/354973752688125Poultry Breeders Nutrition - https://www.facebook.com/groups/4908798409211973Check out the Poultry Kepers Podcast YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@PoultryKeepersPodcast/featured

In Part 2 of our series on best practices for brooding baby chicks, Rip Stalvey and Jeff Mattocks continue their discussion on creating the ideal environment for young chicks. This episode dives deep into important factors like adjusting brooder temperature, choosing the right protein levels for chick starter feed, managing amino acid intake, monitoring crop fill, preventing pasty butt, and why grit and probiotics can make a big difference in early chick health.Topics covered include:·      How to fine-tune brooder temperature as chicks grow·      Understanding protein and amino acid requirements for healthy growth·      Practical feeding and watering tips for young chicks·      How to use crop fill monitoring to gauge chick health and feeding success·      The role of probiotics and using milk as a natural option·      Brooder lighting and bedding management best practices·      How to recognize signs of dehydration and respiratory issues early·      Real-world advice from experienced poultry nutritionist Jeff MattocksWhether you're raising a small backyard flock or preparing your next generation of breeding stock, this episode will give you actionable insights to help your chicks thrive.Visit www.thepoultrykeeperspodcast.com for show notes, bonus resources, and more expert poultry management tips.Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode!Listen to the full podcast and connect with our community of poultry enthusiasts today! Hashtags#BroodingBasics #BabyChicks #BackyardChickens #ChickCareTips #HealthyChicks #ChickBrooderSetup #PoultryPodcast #BrooderManagement #ChickFeeding #ChickLighting #PoultryHealth #PreventPastyButt #SmallFlockSuccess #ChickBehavior #PoultryManagement #MonitorYourFlock #ChickenCare #BackyardPoultry #RaisingChickens #PoultryKeepersPodcastYou can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Groups:Poultry Keepers Podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/907679597724837Poultry Keepers 360 - - https://www.facebook.com/groups/354973752688125Poultry Breeders Nutrition - https://www.facebook.com/groups/4908798409211973Check out the Poultry Kepers Podcast YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@PoultryKeepersPodcast/featured

This bonus episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast focuses on the importance of early feeding in chicks and how to monitor their feeding success through crop fill. It explains the necessity of ensuring chicks start eating and drinking immediately after hatching to support growth, immune function, and reduce mortality. The show outlines how to monitor crop fill, tips for addressing feeding issues, and the long-term benefits of this practice. The recording aims to educate poultry keepers on improving chick care and flock management for healthier and more productive birds.You can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Groups:Poultry Keepers Podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/907679597724837Poultry Keepers 360 - - https://www.facebook.com/groups/354973752688125Poultry Breeders Nutrition - https://www.facebook.com/groups/4908798409211973Check out the Poultry Kepers Podcast YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@PoultryKeepersPodcast/featured

In this Bonus Content, Jeff Mattocks shares how to get baby chicks off to a strong start by feeding them raw beef liver and boiled eggs.You can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Groups:Poultry Keepers Podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/907679597724837Poultry Keepers 360 - - https://www.facebook.com/groups/354973752688125Poultry Breeders Nutrition - https://www.facebook.com/groups/4908798409211973Check out the Poultry Kepers Podcast YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@PoultryKeepersPodcast/featured

In this episode, Rip Stalvey and Jeff Mattocks dive deep into best practices for brooding baby chicks. Whether you’re raising a small backyard flock or managing a large brooding setup, starting chicks off right is the key to developing healthy, productive birds.Topics covered include:·      Brooder setup and spacing for chicks·      Ideal brooding temperatures and how to manage heat sources·      Expert feeding techniques, including using liver and egg for early nutrition·      Choosing the best bedding materials (peat moss, pine shavings, and more)·      Early growth benchmarks and why they matter·      Natural approaches to support chick gut health·      Real-world tips and live Q&A insightsIf you’ve ever wondered how to avoid common chick issues like pasty butt, prevent early mortality, or get your chicks off to a strong start, this is the episode for you. Plus, learn why observing chick behavior is one of the best tools you can use for brooding success!Visit www.thepoultrykeeperspodcast.com for more expert poultry care tips, show notes, and bonus content. Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more poultry health, breeding, and nutrition episodes!#BroodingBasics #BabyChicks #BackyardChickens #HealthyChicks #PoultryPodcast #ChickCareTips #ChickBrooderSetup #BackyardPoultry #ChickFeeding #RaisingChicks #HomesteadChickens #PoultryHealth #PreventPastyButt #PoultryKeepersPodcast #PoultryEducationYou can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Groups:Poultry Keepers Podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/907679597724837Poultry Keepers 360 - - https://www.facebook.com/groups/354973752688125Poultry Breeders Nutrition - https://www.facebook.com/groups/4908798409211973Check out the Poultry Kepers Podcast YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@PoultryKeepersPodcast/featured

Discover the art and science behind selecting and breeding true dual-purpose chickens in Part 2 of our series! Join us as we dive deep into evaluating carcass quality, balancing body structure for meat and egg production, and how nutrition and genetics both shape your flock’s success. Learn firsthand from real breeders’ experiences, feeding trials, and practical selection methods to create resilient, productive birds. Whether you’re a homesteader, breeder, or serious poultry enthusiast, this episode is packed with real-world knowledge you can apply today!Subscribe for more poultry breeding education, feed strategies, and sustainable flock management tips!#DualPurposeChickens #PoultryBreeding #HeritageChickens #BackyardChickens #AmericanBresse #MaransChickens #ChickenNutrition #SustainableFarming #HomesteadPoultry #ChickenMeatProduction #SmallFlockBreeding #PoultryEducationYou can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Groups:Poultry Keepers Podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/907679597724837Poultry Keepers 360 - - https://www.facebook.com/groups/354973752688125Poultry Breeders Nutrition - https://www.facebook.com/groups/4908798409211973Check out the Poultry Kepers Podcast YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@PoultryKeepersPodcast/featured

In this information-packed episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast, we dive deep into how to evaluate and select true dual-purpose poultry breeds for both meat and egg production. Join Rip, Jeff, Carey, and Mandelyn as they discuss hands-on selection techniques, key body traits, breed standards, carcass evaluation, and how to use real production data to make better breeding decisions.Whether you’re breeding American Bresse, Rhode Island Reds, or other traditional dual-purpose breeds, this episode will help you understand what to look for in males and females at different ages, how to balance traits, and why the best breeders also process and eat their own birds.Don’t miss this honest, experience-based conversation on making meaningful progress in your flock by focusing on structure, productivity, and purpose, not just appearance. This is Part 1 of a 2-part series. Be sure to catch Part 2 next week!You can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Groups:Poultry Keepers Podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/907679597724837Poultry Keepers 360 - - https://www.facebook.com/groups/354973752688125Poultry Breeders Nutrition - https://www.facebook.com/groups/4908798409211973Check out the Poultry Kepers Podcast YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@PoultryKeepersPodcast/featured

In Part 2 of “Spring Fever Is Real,” the Poultry Keepers Podcast team dives deep into the realities of spring chick season, feed shortages, overstocked coops, and the consequences of poor planning. Hosts Rip Stalvey, Mandelyn Royal, and John Gunterman share personal insights on how chicken math can spiral out of control and offer real-world advice on incubator capacity, grow-out planning, feed availability, and breeder burnout. Whether you're new to poultry or rethinking your hatching goals, this episode is filled with practical wisdom to help you raise strong, sustainable flocks without losing your sanity—or your space.Join the conversation, share your own chicken math story, and don't forget to subscribe for weekly poultry knowledge!#PoultryKeepersPodcast #ChickenMath #SpringChickSeason #BackyardPoultry #IncubatorPlanning #HatchingTips #FlockManagement #PoultryBreeding #SmallFlockCare #ChickenBreederAdvice #HomesteadChickens #PoultryPodcastYou can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Groups:Poultry Keepers Podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/907679597724837Poultry Keepers 360 - - https://www.facebook.com/groups/354973752688125Poultry Breeders Nutrition - https://www.facebook.com/groups/4908798409211973Check out the Poultry Kepers Podcast YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@PoultryKeepersPodcast/featured

It’s chick season—and that springtime excitement is real. But before you load up your brooder or place another hatchery order, let’s take a moment to think it through.In this episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast, we’re tackling the realities of chicken math, impulse hatching, and what happens when enthusiasm outpaces preparation. Whether you’re new to poultry keeping or heading into your 10th spring with birds, this discussion will help you plan smarter and avoid common seasonal mistakes.You’ll Hear About:Why spring brings the urge to hatch (and how to manage it)The unexpected costs and consequences of overcrowdingHow to evaluate your true goals for hatching or buying chicksBalancing excitement with sustainability in your flockA look at what happens when we let chick fever take the wheelThis is part one of a two-part seasonal conversation designed to help you hatch with intention and keep your flock—and your sanity—in check.#SpringChickSeason #BackyardChickens #ChickenMath #PoultryPlanning #HatchingChicks  #SustainableFlock #PoultryPodcast #ResponsibleHatching #FlockManagement  #ChickBrooderTips #EggToHen #HatchSmart #PoultryKeepers360 #PoultryEducation #FlockGoalsYou can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Groups:Poultry Keepers Podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/907679597724837Poultry Keepers 360 - - https://www.facebook.com/groups/354973752688125Poultry Breeders Nutrition - https://www.facebook.com/groups/4908798409211973Check out the Poultry Kepers Podcast YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@PoultryKeepersPodcast/featured

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers podcast, hosts Mandelyn, John, and Rip discuss the importance of genetic knowledge for backyard poultry keepers. They explain key genetic concepts like genotype versus phenotype, dominant versus recessive traits, and test mating.  The hosts delve into practical applications, such as identifying faults, selecting quality birds, and ensuring strong structure and even growth. They also highlight the challenges of breeding, the importance of record-keeping, and how to prevent unwanted traits.  The episode underscores the significance of observing birds closely, maintaining genetic consistency, and learning from breeding experiences.#PoultryGenetics #BreedingBetterBirds #PoultryBreeding #FlockDevelopment #SelectiveBreeding #RecessiveTraits #GeneticConsistency #BloodlinePreservation #PoultryEducation #FarmToFlock #HomesteadPoultry #ChickensWithPurpose #HandsOnGeneticsYou can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Groups:Poultry Keepers Podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/907679597724837Poultry Keepers 360 - - https://www.facebook.com/groups/354973752688125Poultry Breeders Nutrition - https://www.facebook.com/groups/4908798409211973Check out the Poultry Kepers Podcast YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@PoultryKeepersPodcast/featured