Turkeys for Sale - Breeding Pair

Turkeys for Sale - Breeding Pair - 1

Details

Type
Turkeys
Quantity
4

Turkeys for Sale - Breeding Pair Highlights

  • Turkey Breeds & Characteristics: Common turkey breeds include Broad Breasted White, Bronze, and Bourbon Red. Each breed has distinct characteristics regarding size, growth rate, and meat quality. Broad Breasted Whites are popular for commercial production due to their rapid growth and large size.
  • Growth & Development: Turkeys require a balanced diet of specialized feed to support their rapid growth. Poults (young turkeys) need a warm environment and specific brooding conditions for the first few weeks of life. They reach market weight typically within 20-28 weeks.
  • Housing & Care: Adequate space, clean water, and ventilation are crucial for turkey health. They benefit from access to pasture or a spacious run. Protection from predators and extreme weather conditions is also important.
  • Meat Quality & Yield: Turkey meat is known for being a lean protein source. The yield of edible meat varies by breed and age, with mature birds offering a higher proportion of breast meat. Flavor and texture can also differ between breeds.
  • Seasonality & Availability: While turkeys can be raised year-round, they are traditionally associated with holiday seasons like Thanksgiving and Christmas. Availability may fluctuate depending on the time of year and local farming practices.
  • Brooding Requirements: Young poults require a heat source to maintain a temperature of around 95°F (35°C) for the first week, gradually decreasing by 5°F each week. Proper brooding prevents chilling and ensures healthy development.

Description

• Two mature male turkeys and two laying-stage female turkeys available for breeding. • Suitable for starting a small-scale turkey flock. • Turkeys are known for their relatively fast growth rate and lean meat. • Requires adequate space for free-ranging and protection from predators. • Feed consists of commercial turkey starter/grower feed and foraging. • Females are at a stage where they can begin laying eggs for incubation. • Price is for the group of four birds.