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Poultry Keepers Podcast

Rip Stalvey, John Gunterman, and Mandelyn Royal

Welcome to The Poultry Keepers PodcastCluck, Chat, and Rule the Roost! One Egg-cellent Episode at a Time!At The Poultry Keepers Podcast, we’re building a friendly, informative, and inspiring space for today’s small-flock poultry keepers. Whether you"re a seasoned pro with decades of experience or just beginning your backyard chicken journey, you’ve found your community. Here, poultry isn’t just a hobby—it’s a way of life.Each episode is packed with practical, science-based information to help you

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32:44

Selection and Growouts-Part 2

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2024/08/06

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers podcast, Mandelyn Royal and co-hosts John Gunterman and Rip Stalvey continue their in-depth discussion on poultry breeding and selection practices. The conversation covers techniques such as identifying which hens lay which eggs, the importance of shape and size in egg selection, and the role of natural selection in maintaining flock quality. The hosts share their personal experiences with different breeding methods, flock management challenges, and achi...

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Selection and Grow Outs-Part1

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2024/07/30

This episode covers the journey and management of poultry during the grow-out season for dual-purpose flock goals, featuring insights from Mandy, Rip, and John. Mandy discusses her process, including the initial hatching in March, reaching a peak in June, and reducing numbers systematically until November. At peak, she manages around 200 birds, focusing on retaining 30 females and a few males by fall. John details his method of daily weighing chicks for the first three weeks to com...

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34:59

Reducing Costs Can Cost You Money-Part 2

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2024/07/23

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers podcast, Mandelyn Royal, John Gunterman, and Rip Stalvey discuss various aspects of poultry feeding and management. Key topics include adhering to weight standards for birds, the importance of regulating feed quantities, and the cost-efficiency of high-quality feeds versus lower-quality alternatives. The hosts emphasize the significant benefits of high-quality feed, such as improved egg production, better hatch rates, and overall healthier birds. Th...

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26:04

Cutting Costs Can Cost You Money-Part 1

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2024/07/16

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers podcast, host Mandelyn Royal, along with team members John Gunterman and Rip Stalvey, delve into the true costs of starting and maintaining a flock. They discuss the economic pitfalls of trying to save money on poultry care, including the price and quality trade-offs between hatching eggs, chicks, and adult stock. The team evaluates the efficacy of different incubators and the importance of consistent environmental control for successful hatching.&n...

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24:53

Managing The Molt 2.0-Part 2

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2024/07/09

In this episode, Jeff Mattocks, Carey Blackmon, and Rip Stalvey finish their explanation of how you can effectively manage your flock's annual molt. They explain how you can help your birds manage stress, lose weight, and regrow beautiful feathers after the molt.You can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Groups:Poultry Keepers Podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/907679597724837Poultry Keepers 360 - - https://www.facebook.com/groups/354973752688125Poultr...

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24:49

Managing The Molt 2.0-Part 1

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2024/07/02

It’s time for our birds to start their annual molt. This episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast is a replay of the Poultry Keepers 360 Live recorded on June 27, 2024. The show features Rip Stalvey, Jeff Mattocks, and Carey Blackmon as they delve into the critical topic of molting in poultry. Jeff Mattocks provides comprehensive insights into the molting process, emphasizing that it's more than just feather loss. He explains how the birds experience flu-like symptoms due...

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29:59

Condition Birds For Show-Part 2

Poultry Keepers Podcast ·

2024/06/25

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers podcast, Mandelyn Royal, John Gunterman, and Rip Stalvey discuss the intricacies of preparing poultry for exhibitions. The conversation covers essential practices such as conditioning and show training, the importance of reducing stress in birds, and techniques to make birds show-ready, including handling routines, dietary controls, and grooming details like cleaning scales and trimming beaks and spurs. The hosts also discuss the different aspects of sho...

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27:20

Conditioning Birds For Show-Part 1

Poultry Keepers Podcast ·

2024/06/18

In this episode of the Poultry Keepers Podcast, the hosts engage in an unplanned discussion on conditioning birds for shows. They delve into the reasons for showing poultry, from camaraderie and breeding improvement to competition. The conversation covers various aspects of conditioning, including nutritional requirements, the benefits of outdoor rearing, and the importance of avoiding stress. They discuss historical and practical tips on finding and preparing show-quality birds, the impact o...

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20:20

How To Be A Mentor-Part 2

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2024/06/11

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How To Be A Mentor-Part 1

Poultry Keepers Podcast ·

2024/06/04

It's often recommended that new poultry keepers find a mentor to help them learn the ins and outs of good poultry keeping. However, rarely does anyone talk about how to be a good mentor. In this episode, Mandelyn, John, and Rip tackle that subject. They help you learn what goes into being the sort of person who can help others succeed with their birds.You can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Groups:Poultry Keepers Podcast - https://www.fac...

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22:57

Broodies, Incubators and Eggs-Part Two

Poultry Keepers Podcast ·

2024/05/28

In this episode, John, Mandelyn, and Rip talk about the different types of incubators, broody hen management, and the important role nutrition plays in good-quality hatching eggs.You can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Groups:Poultry Keepers Podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/907679597724837Poultry Keepers 360 - - https://www.facebook.com/groups/354973752688125Poultry Breeders Nutrition - https://www.facebook.com/groups/4908798409211973Check out the Poult...

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23:59

Eggs, Broodies, and Incubators-Part One

Poultry Keepers Podcast ·

2024/05/21

In this episode, Mandelyn John and Rip share their thoughts about hatching eggs, broody hens, and incubators. They share all the details you need to navigate when sourcing hatching eggs. You hear in-depth discussions from identifying a good breeder to shipping and receiving eggs. You'll be better prepared to take on what can be a trying experience for many new to the experience after listening.You can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook Groups:Poultry Ke...

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25:32

Mandelyn's Feed Trial-Part 2

Poultry Keepers Podcast ·

2024/05/14

In this podcast episode, we conclude our discussion with Jeff Mattocks about the feed trial Mandelyn Royal is conducting. This trial uses a custom, breed-specific feed, designed by Jeff, for Mandelyn’s Breese. We cover the importance of grit, what healthy gizzards should look like, and why corn and soy-free diets are so hard to formulate. We'll also talk about plants for future studies that Mandelyn would like to do to keep improving her flock.You can email us at - poultrykeepersp...

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25:05

Mandelyn's Feed Trial-Part 1

Poultry Keepers Podcast ·

2024/05/07

In this podcast episode, Jeff Mattocks joins us to discuss a feed trial Mandelyn Royal is conducting. This trial uses a custom, breed-specific feed, designed by Jeff, for Mandelyn’s Breese. We explore the purpose of the trial, its mechanics, and potential outcomes. It includes insights from Mandelyn and Jeff regarding the development, monitoring, and optimization of feed for improved growth and performance of the birds.You can email us at - poultrykeeperspodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebo...

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28:09

What Are We Up To?

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2024/04/30

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22:33

Heat Stress In Poultry-Part 2

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2024/04/23

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Heat Stress In Poultry-Part 1

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2024/04/16

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32:47

Why Is That In My Feed?-Part 2

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2024/04/09

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31:32

Why Is That In My Feed-Part 1

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2024/04/02

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34:35

Have A Good Flock From A Small Start-Part 2

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2024/03/26

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