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Poultry Nerds: Backyard Chickens, Quail & Hatching Eggs

Jennifer Bryant and Carey Blackmon
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Poultry Nutrition
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Poultry Management
Hatching Eggs
Coturnix Quail
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Poultry Care
Poultry Breeding
Incubation
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Poultry Farming
Chicken Breeds
Turkeys
Genetics In Poultry
Coccidiosis

Want healthier birds, better hatches, and fewer costly mistakes? Poultry Nerds gives backyard flock keepers and breeders practical, science-informed answers about chickens, Coturnix quail, hatching eggs, incubation, breeding, nutrition, brooding, biosecurity, housing, and flock health.Jennifer Bryant of Bryant’s Roost and Carey Blackmon of Show Pro Farm Supply bring real-world poultry experience t... more

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Chicken molt season can make even experienced keepers panic: feathers everywhere, birds that suddenly look half naked, fewer eggs, and a flock that seems miserable.

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Why raise American Bresse for the freezer when giant Orpingtons are already on the farm?

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For the first time since 1994, the National Academies has released a major revision of the nutrient requirements for poultry. What does that mean for the feed in your barn—and s... more

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Recent Guests

Harrison Pineda
Autism spectrum individual and founder of Harrison's Hatchery
Pineda Family Farm / Harrison's Hatchery
Episode: Poultry With Purpose: Harrison's Hatchery and Carolina Rooster Solution
Gina Wrather
Wrather Farms breeder; expert on Americana color genetics
Wrather Farms
Episode: Splash, Ermine & Modeled: Decoding Americana Color Genetics with Gina Wrather
HP Murray
Quail farmer and breeder from Gopher Ridge Farms
Gopher Ridge Farms
Episode: How HP Murray Built a Quail Operation: Imports, Brooder Houses, Automatic Waterers & Quail Math
Aaron Guidroz
Breeder specializing in Coturnix Quail
Guidroz Family Farm
Episode: Progressive Pied Quail, Genetics, and Black Friday Deals
Craig Hansen
Bantam Coturnix breeder and exhibitor, involved in poultry since 2010.
Episode: Talking Chicken and Champion Cochins with Craig Hansen
Tyrel Thurston
Master exhibitor and waterfowl breeder from Central Montana
Episode: Master Exhibitor Tyrel Thurston Talks Saxony Ducks, Waterfowl Breeding & Show Secrets
Gina from Wrather Farms
Chick breeder and expert on Americana and Easter Egger genetics
Wrather Farms
Episode: Ameraucana vs Easter Egger: Splash Color Genetics, Melanin, and Wing Banding Deep Dive – w/ Gina from Wrather Farms
Bronwen Brune
Owner of Queen B Farm and poultry breeder
Queen B Farm
Episode: From Backyard Chickens to Black Mottled Brahmas: Bronwen Brune w/Queen B Farm Poultry Journey
Dr. Teresa Morishita
Poultry veterinarian, Professor of Poultry Medicine and Food Safety
Western University of Health Sciences
Episode: Bird Flu & Backyard Flocks: What Every Poultry Nerd Needs to Know (with Dr. Teresa Morishita)

Hosts

Jennifer Bryant
Host with Bryant's Roost; co-host guiding interviews and managing show discussions.
Carey Blackmon
Co-host; host of the show and founder of Show Pro Farm Supply; guides technical discussions.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • So informative

    Very easy to listen to, great explanations and real world examples given to expand education!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BAYOUBELL3
    United States6 months ago
  • I’ve tried email

    I have tried sending an email several times snd it bounces.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Farming Chef
    United States6 months ago
  • Love the show

    I have learned so much. Thanks you guys, Great info!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Susantime
    United States6 months ago
  • I LOVE YOU !!!

    I have learned so much from you. I have been in search of new watering systems, feeders and new ways of doing my chicken duties. I listen every week!! I pass information onto other chicken tenders and suggest they listen too!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Waddell Farms
    United States10 months ago
  • I’m listening 24/7 since my old school self found podcasts about poultry

    Great information and I’m gonna keep listening and learning. Truly appreciate it and the knowledge I’m getting is amazing. Thanks again John-Woodside Loft🥚🐣🐥

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Woodside Loft
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise practical, real-world guidance and clear explanations.
Guests and topics are diverse, offering valuable insights for both beginners and experienced breeders.
Fans appreciate the hosts' honesty and approachable depth.
Some feedback notes occasional issues with email contact but overall enthusiasm for learning resources.

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What to feed my chickens, dry incubating/hatching, and more listener questions answered
Q: Is there a rule of thumb for turning shipped eggs during the first week?
Turning during the first week is critical to prevent yolk separation and blastoderm detachment; while some vibration-prone incubators exist, maintaining regular turning (at least every two hours) yields better hatch results.
What to feed my chickens, dry incubating/hatching, and more listener questions answered
Q: How important is egg bloom and washing in hatch outcomes?
Bleeding the bloom off eggs or washing them increases contamination risk; preserve the bloom to keep bacteria out, and only refrigerate washed eggs if you must wash them, otherwise keep them at room temperature for as long as practical.
What to feed my chickens, dry incubating/hatching, and more listener questions answered
Q: What about dry incubating and humidity benchmarks for different climates?
Dry incubating is not a cure-all; start around 40% RH and adjust based on observed weight loss of 11-13% by lockdown, while considering regional humidity, egg pigmentation, and breeder-specific guidance.
What to feed my chickens, dry incubating/hatching, and more listener questions answered
Q: Question number one is yours, electrolytes.
Electrolyte mixes can help newly hatched chicks or birds under stress, but homemade mixes should be simple and balanced to avoid salt overload; a basic recipe discussed involves apple cider vinegar, a small amount of blackstrap molasses for energy and fermentation, and ginger, mixed into water in small quantities to avoid dehydration.
Coffee Eggers, Homesteading & Hatching with Little Willow Homestead
Q: So when you got Coffee Egger trademarked, how hard was that? What's that process like?
Jessica explains that you can DIY for a few hundred dollars or hire a trademark attorney who handles the legwork. The process centers on showing intent by using TM marks, proving first use in commerce, and demonstrating that the name is connected to your business. She emphasizes waiting for examination and potentially defending the mark in the future, with fees running a few thousand dollars overall, but worth it for long-term brand protection and clear association with Little Willow Homestead.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Practical, science-informed guidance for backyard flocks and small breeders, with a strong emphasis on incubation, hatching, breeding genetics, and flock health. Listeners get actionable tips on coturnix quail and chickens, from nutrition and biosecurity to setup, housing, and shipping eggs or birds. Real-world experiences from two focus-minded hosts anchor conversations with researchers, breeders, and small-farm suppliers, often including branding, product development, and community resources for learning and improving hatch rates, chick rearing, and sustainable homesteads. A standout is the tangible, do-it-yourself culture—packaged with sponsor-backed tools and training—that helps hobbyists level up while staying mindful of ethics and qua... more

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