Poultry Keepers Podcast

In this podcast episode, Jeff Mattocks joins us to discuss a feed trial Mandelyn Royal is conducting.  This trial uses a custom, breed-specific feed, designed by Jeff, for Mandelyn’s Breese. We explore the purpose of the trial, its mechanics, and potential outcomes. It includes insights from Mandelyn and Jeff regarding the development, monitoring, and optimization of feed for improved growth and performance of the 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

The podcast discusses overcoming challenges in poultry breeding, observations on chick growth stages, optimizing poultry raising in different climates, and the benefits of custom mill feed for chicken nutrition.

Experts Jeff Mattocks, John Gunterman, and Rip Stalvey discuss managing poultry stress from heat and other factors. Tips include proper ventilation, combating fall challenges like mites, parasite control, coop cleanliness, and enhancing poultry welfare through observation and human interaction.

Experts Jeff Mattocks, John Gunterman, and Rip Stalvey discuss strategies to combat heat stress in poultry, addressing issues such as decreased feed intake, egg production drops, poor egg quality, slow growth rates, and increased mortality. They explore optimizing poultry nutrition, adjusting protein levels, managing heat stress with water provision, homemade electrolyte solutions, and nutritional supplements. Tips on preventing health issues in soggy environments are also shared.

Jeff Mattocks, an expert in poultry feed ingredients, discusses the importance of balancing protein, fat, and energy in poultry diets. Topics include optimizing chicken feed with ingredients like alfalfa meal and oats, exploring soybean oil extraction processes, and comparing catfish meal with sardine meal. The conversation covers the significance of meat protein and oils, as well as the role of fiber feeds and energy grains in maintaining a healthy flock.

Poultry feed expert Jeff Mattocks discusses common feed ingredients, feed labels for livestock, understanding chicken feed ingredients, alternative grains for chicken feed, and energy grains for poultry nutrition. Learn how manufacturers hide ingredient variations and the importance of informed consumer choices in selecting feed ingredients.

This podcast delves into the meticulous process of selecting high-quality poultry stock for breeding, emphasizing the importance of consistency and building relationships with breeders. It also discusses the optimization of poultry feed for efficient nutrition, the maintenance of poultry standards, and the benefits of finding a mentor in poultry farming. The episode explores the challenges of selecting optimal genetics for successful breeding and the impact of environmental factors on breeding outcomes.

Topics discussed include starting a poultry flock with high-quality birds, breeding methods, predator protection, and the importance of patience and mentorship in overcoming challenges. The podcast also emphasizes selective breeding, culling, and the role of technology in poultry husbandry.

The podcast discusses breeding challenges, market traits, setbacks, and sustainability in raising poultry. Topics include selecting quality birds, genetic purity, utilizing chicken manure for gardening, managing setbacks, and starting a quail project for sustainability.

This episode features a discussion between John Gunterman, Rip Stalvey and Mandelyn Royal about her visit to a poultry farm as a mentor. They discuss the farm's flock issues, culling, and potential solutions for improving the quality of the birds, with a focus on meat production for commercial purposes.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