Poultry 101
Breeds and Types of Pigeons: From Rollers to Racers
With hundreds of types of pigeons to pick from, selecting a breed or variety can be overwhelming.
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Pigeon Facts: An Introduction and History
Want to raise pigeons? Here are some pigeon facts and a bit of history to get you started.
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A Pheasant Biosecurity Plan
How to create a safe environment for your flock with a pheasant biosecurity plan.
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Turkey Tail: It’s What’s for Dinner
It may be tempting to discard the leftover turkey tail, the triangular part at the end, which, when roasted, turns crispy. However, many chefs argue that it’s the best bite of the bird.
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Raising Exotic Pheasants
In this beautifully illustrated article, we dip our toes into the exotic pheasant species you will want to add to your homestead.
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Exotic Pheasants at Waddesdon Manor
Today, the Waddesdon Manor breeding program focuses on threatened or endangered species and has been carefully designed so that, combined with education and research, it helps to conserve the rarest species.
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Raising Pheasants for Profit
Poultry math is not restricted to chickens. Once you master layers, you may find yourself raising pheasants for profit. Here’s what you need to know when raising pheasant chicks to adults.
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Top 10 Duck Keeping Questions Answered
Here are 10 duck keeping questions that both novices and experts often have.
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Butchering Turkeys: From Gobble to Table
Butchering turkeys for the holiday season is a tradition on many homesteads. Learn some of the best methods so you can participate this year.
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Raising American Buff Geese for Holiday Dinners
ALBC Research & Technical Program Manager: Our family has always had a taste for something different on the holiday table and the Christmas goose is among one of our favorites.
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