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Bred to Perfection

Kenny Troiano
Selective Breeding
Breeders Academy
Chicken Breeding
Genetics
Hybrid Vigor
Poultry Health Management
Antibiotic Use and Misuse
Breeding
Newcastle Disease Virus
Disease Resistance
Breeding Practices
Chickens
Biosecurity Practices
Biosecurity
Purity Of Blood
Prepotency
Gamefowl
Marek's Disease
Vaccination Strategies
Evolution

Bred to Perfection is a podcast that will help you to master the art of selective breeding, and become a master breeder of chickens and gamefowl. The podcast is hosted by Kenny and Nancy Troiano. Kenny Troiano has more than 40 years of experience, and has authored two books on the subject of breeding. If you are interested in creating, maintaining, and improve your strain, this is the place for yo... more

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In this episode, we confront the growing crisis of misinformation and myth-driven practices in the chicken and gamefowl breeding community. From the misuse of crossbreeding to the rejection of inbreeding, breeders are abandoning common sense in favor... more

Join us for a special live episode of Bred to Perfection this Monday, February 23rd at 6 PM as we return after a six-week break with "The Come Back Show."

We've missed you, and we're ready to talk about what matters most: breeding and developing tr... more

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Have you ever found yourself questioning whether it's time to walk away from a strain you've been working on? Are you not seeing the results you expected? Or perhaps it feels like your progress has stalled, leaving you wondering if it's all been in v... more

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In this roundtable, we go beyond feathers and form to explore the heart and heritage of true breeding. Join us for a powerful and candid conversation with three of the most dedicated minds in the field, Kenny Troiano, Nancy Troiano and Sue Dobson—as ... more

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Recent Guests

Sue Dobson
Breeder of Krevker and Rhode Island Reds
Episode: Ep278 - Inside the Mind of a Dedicated Breeder: Passion, Purity & the Path to Perfection
Dr. Guyardo
Poultry veterinarian
Episode: All About Worms - How Much is Too Much? (Bonus Ep184)
Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo
Expert in poultry medicine and biosecurity
University of California
Episode: Ep268 – Avian Influenza & Biosecurity: What Every Poultry Breeder Must Know
Jim Anderson
Poultry breeder and organizer of the Southern California Poultry Club show.
Southern California Poultry Club
Episode: Ep267 – An Exhibition Built for Breeders: Inside the 3rd Annual American & Oriental Gamefowl Show
Amanda Hughes
Poultry judge with extensive experience in youth shows.
Episode: Ep267 – An Exhibition Built for Breeders: Inside the 3rd Annual American & Oriental Gamefowl Show
Peter Brown
Veterinary consultant specializing in poultry health
First State Vet Supply
Episode: Ep262 - The Rodent Menace: Protecting Your Flock from Rats and Mice with Peter Brown
Brian Reeder
Poultry genetics writer and consultant
Episode: Ep240 - Unlocking the Genetic Potential of our Fowl with Brian Reeder
Kenny Troiano
Master breeder with over 40 years of experience in selective breeding of chickens and gamefowl
The Breeders Academy
Episode: Ep239 - Mastering Breeding: Guest Appearance on the Poultry Nerds Podcast with Insights from Kenny Troiano
Frank McLaughlin
One of the best pigeon raisers and breeders with extensive experience in the sport.
McLaughlin Lofts
Episode: Ep207 - Breeding a Healthier Strain with Pigeon Breeder, Frank McLaughlin.

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Kenny Troiano
Host of Bred to Perfection; experienced breeder with extensive industry involvement and authorial work in breeding.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 81 ratings
  • Fantastic Information!! A+ A+ A+

    This podcast is filled with great information on about everything you need to know about raising and keeping your poultry in top condition. It doesn’t even need to have feathers for this material to relate to many other things. I’m grateful for the information I have taken from here and hoping too take it to the next level by joining the Academy soon.

    Thanks John-Woodside Loft🥚🐣🐥

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Woodside Loft
    United States2 years ago
  • Really is the only podcast of its kind.

    An absolute wealth of knowledge with a focus on science and evolutionary understanding of poultry and game fowl genetics. The format is very upbeat, great conversation, everyone brings something special to the show, if your not a serious breeder you may be offended from time to time. Top notch. My only wish is that they spoke more of blue genes, would love an episode just on that.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    quarballah
    Australia2 years ago
  • Stockton, Ca

    Best content anywhere on the internet

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nickybobby91
    United States4 years ago
  • Helpful but repetitive

    I was finding this podcast helpful

    It ends up just being repetitive with a lot of re run episodes being listed as a “bonus” rather than a new fresh episode, it’s a podcast we can re run an episode whenever we like!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mrs kingswood
    Australia5 years ago
  • The best!

    This podcast is amazing! I find myself listening to it all the time, the information that is put out by Kenny and the rest of the crew is high quality and I would (and do) recommend it to anyone that breeds livestock not just chickens.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    adam fontana
    Australia5 years ago

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Breeding science with practical, long-term strategy.
Mentorship and education are central here, not just tactics.
A clean, hands-on approach to gene pools and strain management.

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Ep280 – Bred to Perfection – The Come Back Show & Q&A
Q: Should I use In-N-In breeding to solidify colors before starting the founders program?
In-N-In is not recommended for improvement or strain creation; it can be used for maintenance, but the Founders Program is preferred for building a true family from the start.
Ep277 - The Hidden Enemy - Understanding and Managing Stress in Our Fowl
Q: Is oregano better fresh or in oil form?
Most of the benefits are found in the oil form, but you have to use it sparingly because it's very concentrated.
Ep277 - The Hidden Enemy - Understanding and Managing Stress in Our Fowl
Q: What is the protein content used during breeding season?
I use about 18 and a quarter, 18 and a half, and they do really good on that. I just don't like going crazy with higher percentages.
Ep277 - The Hidden Enemy - Understanding and Managing Stress in Our Fowl
Q: How can we make up for old feed?
If the food shows any signs of mold or the chickens are not eating it, then that's when there's a concern, but if they're acting well, then the feed is likely fine.
Ep277 - The Hidden Enemy - Understanding and Managing Stress in Our Fowl
Q: Does selective breeding increase the flock's resistance to mycoplasm?
If you select sick birds or birds that are susceptible to mycoplasma, then yes. But if you select birds that are healthy, chances are you're going to get away from it.

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A practical, experience-driven show focused on selective breeding for poultry and gamefowl. Episodes emphasize genetics, founder-style programs, data-driven selection, and maintaining or refining specific strains through rigorous practices, mentorship, and education resources. Listeners can expect actionable strategies on polygenic traits, test matings, nutrition, biosecurity, and managing breeding programs, often with behind-the-scenes looks at the hosts' education platform and offerings. The format blends hands-on breeding wisdom with ongoing project updates and occasional guest perspectives, making it valuable for serious breeders and those running or considering membership in related training programs.

Noteworthy is the emphasis on lon... more

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Recent guests on Bred to Perfection include:

1. Sue Dobson
2. Dr. Guyardo
3. Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo
4. Jim Anderson
5. Amanda Hughes
6. Peter Brown
7. Brian Reeder
8. Kenny Troiano

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