About this episode
In Part 2 of Getting Ready for Breeding Season , The Poultry Keepers Podcast continues the conversation with deeper insights into preparing your flock for success. This episode covers critical topics every poultry keeper should know, including: How to manage lighting for optimal fertility without stressing birds The role of water systems and continuous flow setups in maintaining flock health Why nutrition—especially amino acids like lysine, methionine, and threonine—directly impacts egg quality and chick vigor Ideal egg sizes for hatching strong, healthy chicks Housing and nest box designs that reduce stress and encourage reliable laying The importance of fresh greens, sprouts, and even alfalfa in boosting vitamin A and embryo development Whether you’re raising heritage breeds, managing a small backyard flock, or preparing birds for show, this discussion provides actionable steps to elevate your breeding program. To listen to this episode, visit www.thepoultrykeeperspodcast.com #PoultryKeepersPodcast #PoultryKeepers360 #PoultryBreedersNutrition #ShowProFarmSupply #PoultryBreeding #ChickenBreeding #BackyardChickens #PoultryNutrition #HeritagePoultry #BreedingSeason 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