Myers Poultry Blog
Have questions about raising chickens, turkeys, or ducks? We’ve been a trusted source in the poultry industry for over 30 years, so we've learned a thing or two.
From beginner tips to advanced care, our blog covers a wide range of topics to help you raise healthy, happy flocks. Whether you’re raising backyard chickens or managing a commercial farm, we’ve got the insights you need to succeed.
Read to learn more about general poultry care, types of chicken breeds, and farm management!
Feed Calculator for Cornish Cross Chickens
July 21, 2026
Wondering how much feed to buy for your Cornish Cross chickens? Use this calculator to create an estimate so that you are prepared before they arrive.
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Farm Feature: Farm 57
June 26, 2026
See how Farm 57 raises chickens on pasture in Avella, Pennsylvania. Joel and Megan Dille share their regenerative farming approach, local feed partnership, farm store, and commitment to helping families know the farmer behind their food.
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How AquaStart helps Shipped Chicks and Poults
June 25, 2026
Customers sometimes notice green gel pearls in a turkey shipping box or receive a packet of AquaStart with their poultry order. AquaStart is there to help newly arrived chicks and poults get electrolyte-enriched hydration and find their feed during the first hours aft
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Understanding the Cornish Cross Chicken
June 11, 2026
Learn what makes the Cornish Cross chicken a popular meat bird, including its growth rate, body type, processing timeline, care needs, and whether it is the right choice for your flock.
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Chick Sounds and What They Mean
April 10, 2026
Ever wonder what all that peeping means? We go over five common chick sounds and what they can tell you about your chicks, helping you spot signs of comfort, cold stress, or trouble early so you can adjust your brooder setup and keep chicks healthy and thriving.
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