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!
Cornish Cross Week by Week Guide (with pictures)
July 31, 2026
Whether you're raising your first batch or have years of experience, a week-by-week guide can help you track your Cornish Cross as they grow. This guide includes weekly weight ranges, photos, feeding information, and practical tips from placement through processing age.
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Breed Spotlight: Mini Classic Turkey
July 29, 2026
Learn about Mini Classic turkeys, including their compact frame, growth rate, processing weights, pasture adaptability, and how they compare with Broad Breasted Whites.
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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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