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Final hatch statistics Purchased 18 eggs (actually 12 but he threw in the other 6 because they were getting older) Hatched 18, had to assist with 3, as they were stuck to membranes (probably my fault for opening bator during hatch) Rarely do we get 100% even with our own eggs. Lost one in a...

Well the latest update is........... 14 of 18 out and in the brooder. 3 more at least showing signs of hatching. Woo Hoo

Well if the hatch finishes like it started we will have a few that will be dedicated to the dinner table. The real intent is to end up with a good trio or quad to overwinter for next years crop.

The birds we had in the past were from a local breeder. Let just say his breeding practices are unique.

We last had turkeys 2 years ago, we had naragansetts that were not to standard, bourbon reds, and blacks. This time around I am hoping for something closer to standard to work with, and will settle on one variety for a while. We did miss them while they were not around.

Well, it is official, we are turkey farmers once again. We have two Narragansetts in the brooder, with more scheduled to hatch. Just peeked in the incubator and there is at least one more out and drying off. Woo Hoo