Hey folks!
Has anyone tried raising Narragansett Turkeys?
We are looking to start a small flock so that we can have our own fresh turkey each thanksgiving and a few throughout the year as well.
We are not new to the poultry world, we have about 50 chickens and 10 ducks. But, this will be our first Turkey endeavor.
Originally, we had planned to buy Broad breasted but I learned recently that this breed is literally too stupid to reproduce successfully. We want to be able to maintain our own flock year after year, so the broad breasted do not sound like the right fit.
I'm looking for input on two things.
1) If you have raised turkeys, what kind? What breed would you recommend? We are currently leaning towards Narragansett because of their weight, supposed hardiness and handsome appearance.
2) Have you heard this same tale about Broad Breasted Turkeys? That their stupidity renders them unable to copulate? I have already pretty much decided to go with a heritage breed but I am just curious.
Thanks in advance!
Make today great
Eva
Has anyone tried raising Narragansett Turkeys?
We are looking to start a small flock so that we can have our own fresh turkey each thanksgiving and a few throughout the year as well.
We are not new to the poultry world, we have about 50 chickens and 10 ducks. But, this will be our first Turkey endeavor.
Originally, we had planned to buy Broad breasted but I learned recently that this breed is literally too stupid to reproduce successfully. We want to be able to maintain our own flock year after year, so the broad breasted do not sound like the right fit.
I'm looking for input on two things.
1) If you have raised turkeys, what kind? What breed would you recommend? We are currently leaning towards Narragansett because of their weight, supposed hardiness and handsome appearance.
2) Have you heard this same tale about Broad Breasted Turkeys? That their stupidity renders them unable to copulate? I have already pretty much decided to go with a heritage breed but I am just curious.
Thanks in advance!
Make today great
Eva
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