The Broad Breasted White turkey is the most commonly used turkey breed for meat production. They offer impressive growth rates and high meat yields. They pluck and dress well for easy processing. This is our most efficient turkey breed.

Broad Breasted White Turkey for Sale

This commercial turkey is the ideal choice for commercial farms, as they are the fastest-growing breed among domesticated turkeys. Over the years, these turkeys have been selectively bred to reach maximum efficiency. They are most suitable for large-scale production, as they provide great feed conversion rates and high meat yields.

Broad Breasted White turkeys are typically raised in controlled environments, but they can also be raised in pasture-based systems and free-range environments. 

As an added benefit, these turkeys have bright white feathers, which gives them a clean and neat appearance after processing. They do not have any dark pin feathers, so they are much easier to pluck than heritage turkeys or other breeds. 

If properly prepared, the White Broad Breasted turkey yields tender, mildly flavored meat. They are a staple for special occasions and holiday feasts. This is also a great breed to raise for 4-H projects.

This breed has one of the best conversion ratios for meat turkeys. Growers can expect an average feed conversion rate of 2.20 for males at 18 weeks, while females average around 2.47 at the same age. 

With optimal care, these high-yield birds can achieve live weights between 28 and 54 lbs within 18 to 22 weeks.



 

Ordering Details:

• A minimum of 3 poults are needed to ship.
• Sexed poults available seasonally from spring to late summer.
• Poults ship separately from other poultry online. 
• Free shipping on poults applies to Zone 1 and Zone 2 on 15+ orders.
• Small order charges and shipping will be charged on orders of less than 15 poults.
• For pricing and orders above 500, please call our office (814) 539-7026.
• One FREE packet of AquaStart included on every commercial turkey order! While supplies last.
• View our full catalog of commercial turkeys here.