Ever wondered how the cost of chicken feed trickles down to the eggs on your breakfast plate? Prepare to be enlightened as we discuss the economics of poultry keeping, examining the pivotal role of feed costs in egg production. We'll share with you the phenomenon of 'chicken math,' revealing the game-changing strategy of measuring feed by weight rather than volume. Through the episode, we navigate the textures of poultry meat and the importance of tailoring your cooking techniques to optimize the flavors, whether your bird is a layer, a meat type, or a dual-purpose breed. With our insights, matching your culinary skills to the bird's breed is about to become your new superpower in the kitchen.

As we progress, we confront the complex but necessary subject of culling birds from the flock. Through personal experiences and strategies, we dissect the balance between flock productivity and sustainability. You'll hear how we allocate specific segments of the flock for culling, consumption, breeding, and more; like how I allocate 50% for the freezer, 40% for distribution, and keep the remaining 10% for breeding purposes. The episode wraps up with a deep dive into the breeding and hatchery side of poultry farming. We'll share tales from our transition from a humble coop to a large-scale operation, and discuss how modern technology, like GoV sensors, is revolutionizing the incubation process. Prepare to gather a flock of wisdom from our poultry farming endeavors!

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