About this episode
Ever wondered about the fine line between successfully showcasing your poultry and making grave mistakes that cost you the prize? This episode is a treasure trove of knowledge as we discuss the critical process of wing and leg banding, handling techniques, and how the Scale of Points in the SOP guides breeding decisions. Prepare to gain a new perspective and hear some game-changing advice! This episode is also a deep dive into the challenges and risks of breeding for extreme sizes, with the Cornish Cross Broiler as our case study. We explore the impact of breeding on the chicken's form and function, leading to health issues, and how strategic breeding steps can avert these complications. Additionally, we take a close look at poultry feed and nutrition, emphasizing nutrient-rich diets, additional vitamins, and minerals. Get ready to understand how wise feeding strategies can dramatically improve the health and quality of your birds. Join us on this enlightening journey into the fascinating world of poultry breeding and showing. You can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.com Join our Facebook Groups: Poultry Keepers Podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/907679597724837 Poultry Keepers 360 - - https://www.facebook.com/groups/354973752688125 Poultry Breeders Nutrition - https://www.facebook.com/groups/4908798409211973 Check out the Poultry Kepers Podcast YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@PoultryKeepersPodcast/featured