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Backyard Chickens & Coturnix Quail: Incubating Hatching Eggs and Chicken Breeding

Jennifer Bryant and Carey Blackmon

Jennifer Bryant of BryantsRoost.com and Carey Blackmon of ShowProFarmSupply.com are here to discuss backyard chicken keeping. This show dives deep into flock management, poultry health, hatching eggs, chicken nutrition, incubating, brooding chicks, predator-proofing, and biosecurity.We cover everything from chicken coop tips to coturnix quail farming, heritage breeds, and even NPIP certification. Each episode is packed with real-world advice, expert interviews, and practical tips for egg production,

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39:57

Thinking About Raising Quail? What You MUST Know...

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2026/03/05

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Thinking about raising quail but not sure how to get started? In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we walk through the real decisions every beginner faces when starting with quail. Should you buy hatching eggs, chicks, or adult birds? What equipment do you really need? And what housing systems work best for backyard quail keepers? We also explain the true costs of starting a quail flock, the pros and cons of diff...

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46:20

The Incredible Edible Egg Hatching | Incubation...

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2026/02/27

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Is the egg just a shell with a chick inside? Not even close. In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we break down the real science behind egg incubation and hatching — and clear up some of the biggest myths spreading through backyard chicken groups. If you're incubating chicken eggs, quail eggs, duck eggs, or shipped hatching eggs this season, this episode will help you improve your hatch rate and produce stronger,...

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51:28

Quail Mania 2 Debrief + Rooster Health: Fertility,...

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2026/02/19

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Quail Mania 2 is officially in the books — and the turnout was huge. In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we debrief the event results, what improved from last year, and what’s already being planned for Quail Mania 3 (including a Kids Corner and the possibility of expanding to three days). Event highlights discussed: 15 speakers, 16 sponsors, and 1,363 participantsOver 4,800 live chat messagesAll-Access Pass avai...

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43:47

Backyard Chicken myths busted

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2026/02/12

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! This week on the podcast we talk about some questions we see asked in our new Facebook group, Incubation Masterclass about incubating and general chicken keeping. We answer general questions and correct some misinformation we have seen discussed. Get more confident with your chicken skills after this episode Join Carey of Show Pro Farm Supply and Jennifer of Bryant's Roost as we delve into chickens and quail (...

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38:57

The Threes C's of Chicks: Better Hatches, Better...

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2026/02/06

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we break poultry husbandry down into something simple, practical, and proven: the rule of threes. Every bird goes through three critical stages of life — incubation, brooding, and grow-out — and in each stage, there are three things that matter most. Miss them, and problems follow. Get them right, and everything gets easier. We dive into: Egg selection for better hatches (size...

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49:52

From Hobby to Hustle: How to Scale Quail Sales +...

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2026/01/29

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode, we’re talking about how to scale from hobby quail-keeping to a real business—without getting burned by scammers, chargebacks, or platform fees. Carrie’s back from travel (and we’re recording during an ice storm), so we’re using that momentum to break down the practical business side of quail: how to start selling, how to get paid safely, where to sell online, and how to price correctly when fees stack up....

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52:35

How HP Murray Built a Quail Operation: Imports,...

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2026/01/22

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we sit down with HP Murray of Gopher Ridge Farms for an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about raising quail, building efficient farm systems, and how quail math can turn a small hobby into a full-time operation. HP shares his journey from growing up on a farm, stepping away from agriculture, and then returning to it through quail after retirement. From early brooding mi...

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28:33

What are celadon quail eggs, and why are blue eggs...

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2026/01/15

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we break down the celadon gene, explain how true blue eggs are formed, and clear up common myths surrounding celadon quail breeding. From genetics and egg shell pigmentation to breeding mistakes and record-keeping challenges, this episode delivers real education without the fluff. We discuss: What the celadon gene actually doesWhy blue eggs are blue all the way throughThe diff...

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40:43

Poultry Pro App Explained: Using Data, Genetics &...

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2026/01/08

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we’re joined by Brie—agricultural engineering student, software developer, and creator of the Poultry Pro app—to explore how data, genetics, and technology are transforming modern poultry breeding. Brie shares how her background in agricultural engineering and livestock systems led her from managing endless spreadsheets to building Poultry Pro, a powerful yet easy-to-use platf...

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34:47

Quail Mania 2 Is Here! | 2025 Recap, 2026 Preview &...

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2026/01/01

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Happy New Year and welcome to Year 3 of the Poultry Nerds Podcast! 🎉 We just crossed 50,000 downloads, and in this episode we’re celebrating by looking back at 2025, looking ahead to 2026, and breaking down why quail are becoming one of the smartest poultry choices today. We officially announce Quail Mania 2, a free, two-day online quail education event packed with expert speakers, real-world knowledge, giveaways, and

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Merry Christmas from the Poultry Nerds | Gratitude,...

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2025/12/25

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Merry Christmas from the hosts of the Poultry Nerds Podcast! In this special Christmas Day episode, Carrie and Jennifer take a moment to say thank you to the incredible listeners around the world who have supported the show over the past two years. What started as a simple weekly conversation about chickens, quail, turkeys, and poultry life has grown into a global community with over 50,000 downloads, educational courses...

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38:31

What Happens To The Rest of The Bird?

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2025/12/18

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! What really happens to the rest of the bird after processing? In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, Carey and Jennifer dive deep into nose-to-tail poultry utilization—breaking down how quail, chickens, turkeys, and even manure can be used with little to no waste. From feeding pigs and dogs, making dehydrated pet treats, bone broth, schmaltz, bone meal, compost, garden fertilizer, and even crafts and jewelry—this e...

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44:53

From backyard breeder to full time business, move...

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2025/12/11

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Christian from QuailOS joins Jennifer this week in a discussion about tracking chicken and quail expenses. In the next episode of our Business Episodes, Christian has been making quail a profession for 5 years! Now he is here to share his latest product that can help you move from backyard chicken keeper to business. From counting hatching eggs to printing shipping labels, this ap does it all. Find...

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38:17

Worms in Chickens & Deworming 101 with Dr. M (Fecal...

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2025/12/04

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of Poultry Nerds, we sit down with Dr. M — our resident poultry vet — to get real about worms in backyard flocks. 🐔 From the most common culprits (roundworms, tapeworms, cecal worms) to why a fecal float test matters, Dr. M breaks down: ✅ What types of worms chickens typically get — and how common each is. 🔬 How a fecal flotation test works: mixing droppings with solution so worm eggs rise — then

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36:15

Progressive Pied Quail, Genetics, and Black Friday Deals

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2025/11/27

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Join Carey, Jennifer, and guest breeder Aaron Guidroz of Guidroz Family Farm as they dive into the genetics behind the Progressive Pied quail, how to breed for color and size, tips for brooding success, and upcoming Black Friday farm deals from ShowPro, Brian’s Roost, and Guidroz Family Farm. Perfect for poultry and quail enthusiasts! progressive pied quail, quail genetics, coturnix quail breeding, jumbo quail, quail co...

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The Truth About Chicken Coops: Best Designs, Winter...

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2025/11/20

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Welcome back, Poultry Nerds! In this jam-packed episode, Carey and Jennifer dive deep into chicken coop design, comparing fixed coops vs. chicken tractors, winter preparation, predator management, bird density, and how chicken math ALWAYS wins. Whether you’re designing your first backyard coop or upgrading your serious breeding setup, this episode arms you with practical, real-world advice on: Choosing between tractors a...

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Inside the Ohio National Poultry Show: Gossip,...

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2025/11/13

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Welcome back, Poultry Nerds! In this packed episode, Jennifer finally gets Carey to spill all the juicy details about his trip to the 2025 Ohio National Poultry Show — one of the largest, loudest, and most legendary poultry events in the country. Carey shares his full unfiltered experience: • Meeting fans and podcast listeners in person • 8,100 crowing birds under one roof • Anxiety, atmosphere, and the ...

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35:56

How to choose the Right Breeds & Breeder

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2025/11/06

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Have you ever wondered what chicken breed would be best for yourself? Or even considered ducks instead? Then how to find a breeder and what to ask them? We have you covered this week on the podcast. We created a checklist for you and then go thru it on some possible answers and the reasons why. We also published this one to Youtube to show you some items live from Bryant's Roost! Find t...

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39:49

How Farmers Manage It All: Time-Saving Systems for...

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2025/10/30

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Running a farm isn’t easy — especially when you’re balancing hundreds (or thousands) of birds, a full-time job, and family life. In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, Carey and the crew get real about how to manage your time, stay organized, and build systems that make poultry farming sustainable. From feeding routines and managing employees (or deciding to do it yourself), to hiring help for cleaning or landscapi...

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28:22

Auto-Sexing vs Sex-Linked Quail: Genetics, Breeding...

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2025/10/23

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this Poultry Nerds Podcast episode, we dive deep into auto-sexing vs sex-linked breeding in quail and chickens. Learn the genetic differences, why auto-sexing doesn’t apply to quail, how sex-linking can boost hatchery efficiency, and why Egyptian × Pharaoh crosses make one of the best-selling sex-linked quail lines. We also have a real conversation about humane CO₂ culling for surplus males, responsible flock managemen...

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