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!

 

When to Buy Meat Chickens: The Best Months for Reliable Results

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Wondering when to buy and raise meat chickens? Discover the best months to start broilers, including Cornish Cross, using local frost dates and seasonal weather patterns. Plan spring or fall grow-outs, reduce heat and cold stress, and time chick arrival for steady growth and predictable processing. Read more

How to Raise Meat Chickens: Breeds, Care, Feeding, and Processing

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How to raise meat chickens successfully. This comprehensive guide explains broiler breeds, feeding programs, housing options, watering, troubleshooting, and processing timelines so growers can plan effectively and support consistent flock performance. Read more

What Is Chick Sexing? Methods, Accuracy, and How Hatcheries Identify Male vs Female Chicks

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How do hatcheries tell male from female chicks? This guide explains the primary chick sexing methods, their accuracy, and what every poultry keeper should know before ordering sexed birds. Read more

Should I Vaccinate for Marek's Disease and Coccidiosis?

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One of the most common questions we get from growers is whether or not they should opt for vaccination. We will explain the potential benefits, how vaccines work, as well as the importance of biosecurity to supplement vaccines. Read more

Farm Feature: The Last 44 Farm

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The Gioiosas provide their local community with high-quality pasture-raised chicken, beef, and eggs. Learn more about their farming practices, how they got started, and what they hope to accomplish in the future. Read more

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Still want to learn more? Visit our poultry care page for an overview on day-old chick care. 

Day-Old Poultry Care

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