Poultry Keepers Podcast

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast, hosts Rip Stalvey and Jeff Mattocks delve into the critical role of nutrition in maintaining poultry health and preventing common illnesses. They discuss the importance of a strong immune system, emphasizing adequate levels of Vitamin E and Selenium, and caution against compromising feed quality, which can increase disease susceptibility. The conversation highlights the benefits of incorporating meat-based proteins like fish meal to provide essential amino acids and omega-3s, supporting liver function and proper cholesterol deposition. Listeners will gain insights into balancing methionine, vitamins, and minerals for optimal health and feather development, along with recognizing signs of excessive methionine intake. The episode also covers strategies to prevent diseases such as coccidiosis and necrotic enteritis through proper nutrition and cleanliness and explores the roles of minerals like iron and copper, as well as B vitamins, in reducing stress and enhancing reproductive performance. Tune in to learn how to bolster your flock's health through informed nutritional choices. #PoultryHealth #ChickenNutrition #DiseasePrevention #VitaminE #Selenium #MethionineBalance #Coccidiosis #NecroticEnteritis #PoultryImmuneSupport #BackyardChickens 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

Are you tired of struggling to understand poultry nutrition for your flock? We've got your back! We sat down with Jeff Maddox, a poultry nutritionist with 26 years of experience, who shared his invaluable insights on reading feed tags, avoiding byproducts, and choosing the right feed for your birds. Plus, Jeff offers his expertise on breed stock and culling strategies to help you manage your flock more effectively.In our conversation with Jeff, we uncovered the importance of culling 75-50% of your birds annually and the emotional challenges that come with it. Timing hatches correctly and potentially selling excess birds to the backyard chicken market are also key to maintaining a flock. As we dive into the different stages of poultry development, Jeff shares crucial information on the nutritional needs for each stage, including the right amounts of protein, carbohydrates, fat, fiber, lysine, and methionine.Don't miss the chance to learn from an expert and improve the health and wellbeing of your flock! Find out more about supplements for poultry nutrition, such as poultry show and breeder supplement powder, and explore Jeff's book Niche Poultry - Feeding and Management. Thanks for joining us on this informative episode of the Poultry Keepers podcast!You can find Fertrell's Poultry Show and Breeders Supplement here. Jeff Mattocks Nice Poultry" book is available here.Email Jeff Mattocks with your poultry Nutrition Questions:  jeffmattocks@fertrell.comYou 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

Thinking about raising chickens? Join hosts Rip Stalvey and John Gunterman as they delve into the essentials of starting your own poultry flock. In this episode, they discuss setting clear goals, choosing the right breeds for egg production, meat, or dual-purpose, and understanding how your geographic location influences breed selection. Learn about the significance of feather types in various climates, the risks associated with heat stress, and the invaluable "rule of ten" for maintaining a healthy flock. Whether you're a novice or looking to expand your poultry knowledge, this episode offers practical advice to ensure your poultry-keeping venture is both enjoyable and successful. #PoultryKeeping #BackyardChickens #ChickenFarming #EggProduction #DualPurposeBreeds #PoultryBreedSelection #HeatStressPrevention #PoultryManagement #StartingAChickenFlock #Homesteading 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

Thinking about raising chickens? Join hosts Rip Stalvey and John Gunterman as they delve into the essentials of starting your own poultry flock. In this episode, they discuss setting clear goals, choosing the right breeds for egg production, meat, or dual-purpose, and understanding how your geographic location influences breed selection. Learn about the significance of feather types in various climates, the risks associated with heat stress, and the invaluable "rule of ten" for maintaining a healthy flock. Whether you're a novice or looking to expand your poultry knowledge, this episode offers practical advice to ensure your poultry-keeping venture is both enjoyable and successful. #PoultryKeeping #BackyardChickens #ChickenFarming #EggProduction #DualPurposeBreeds #PoultryBreedSelection #HeatStressPrevention #PoultryManagement #StartingAChickenFlock #Homesteading 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

We want to help you keep your flock happy, healthy and productive.   Listen to this trailer as we tell you how we can do just that.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