Poultry Keepers Podcast

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

The script is a comprehensive discussion from the Poultry Keepers podcast, covering various aspects of poultry evaluation including body conformation, feather quality, color, and breeding. The hosts stress the importance of referring to the written standards and seeking mentorship for specific knowledge, and conclude by seeking feedback for future podcast topics.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 podcast, experts discuss interpreting poultry standards, emphasizing tail selection, body capacity, leg structure, feet, and keel alignment. They explore assessing birds through video observation, body capacity's impact on health and efficiency, nutritional needs for offspring, selecting straight heels and keels, and evaluating skeletal structure and wings in poultry breeding.

Unlock the secrets of poultry selection with us, Mandolyn Royal, John Gunerman, and Rip Stalvey reveal the subtle nuances of bird evaluation that go beyond mere aesthetics. This isn't your typical farm chat; our discussion wades into the intricacies of a bird's natural carriage and its dynamic response to the environment. By understanding the importance of patience and employing tools like video analysis, you too can perfect the art of recognizing the ideal tail posture, an indicator of your bird's health and genetic potential.Imagine a kitchen where every utensil has its place—this is the kind of efficiency we explore when discussing body capacity in poultry. With Mandolyn and John's expertise, we dissect the 'cinder block' shape, not just for its form but for the function it serves in egg production and the bird's protective instincts. We examine the concept of heart girth and its resemblance to the deep chests of thoroughbred horses, understanding that this trait is not only about physical appearance but also essential for feed efficiency and vitality.So join us as we combine our love for poultry with a touch of science, sparking a conversation that will resonate with hobbyists and professionals alike, eager to explore the intersection of culinary art and avian science.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