Hybrid Day Old Turkeys

Hybrid Day Old Turkeys - 1

Details

Type
Turkeys
Quantity
100

Hybrid Day Old Turkeys Highlights

  • Heritage Breed Characteristics: Heritage turkeys are known for their slower growth rate, richer flavor, and ability to reproduce naturally. They often exhibit greater foraging instincts and hardiness compared to broad-breasted varieties.
  • Seasonal Availability: Turkeys are typically raised for specific seasons, with peak availability often coinciding with holiday periods like Thanksgiving and Christmas. Planning ahead is essential for securing birds for these times.
  • Growth and Maturity: Heritage turkeys generally take longer to reach market weight, often 20-30 weeks, compared to commercial breeds. This extended growth period contributes to their well-developed flavor and texture.
  • Dietary Needs: Young turkeys, known as poults, require a specialized starter feed high in protein. As they mature, their diet can transition to grower feeds and incorporate foraging on pasture for a more natural diet.
  • Brooding Requirements: Poults need a warm, draft-free brooder with a heat lamp for the first several weeks of life. Maintaining proper temperature is crucial for their survival and healthy development.

Description

• Hybrid breed day-old turkeys, known for rapid growth and good meat yield. • Healthy stock, suitable for commercial or small-scale farming. • Quantity available: 100 birds. • Raised in controlled conditions to ensure optimal health from day one. • Requires standard poultry housing and feeding protocols. • Ideal for farmers looking to start a turkey flock with young, vigorous birds.