The Coop with Meyer Hatchery is a place where we talk all things poultry, in hopes of inspiring crazy chicken keepers and educating future flock owners. Together we'll take a more in-depth look at poultry-related care and the questions we commonly hear. The Coop also offers a new view on behind-the-scenes with Meyer Hatchery and features minisode interviews with industry leaders.
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May 31, 2023
Discover the joy of chicken keeping with our June Book of the Month , Chicken Keeping Pure & Simple by Nikki Husted. This comprehensive guide covers everything from researching local regulations to selecting the right breeds…
May 16, 2023
Meyer Hatchery's new Signature Broad Breasted White and Black Turkeys are the best of both worlds. A turkey that grows quickly like a broad-breasted turkey but will be more the size of a heritage turkey averaging 29 pounds f…
May 9, 2023
Finding chick availability on Meyer Hatchery's website is as easy as a few clicks! Listen to learn some tips for searching for your favorite breed's availability at meyerhatchery.com. https://meyerhatchery.com/en/products/Wh…
May 2, 2023
Storey’s Guide to Raising Turkeys by Don Schrider covers all aspects of raising turkeys including types of turkeys, feeding, breeding, housing, incubation, and pasture-raising. It is a valuable resource for those interested …
April 17, 2023
On the podcast today we have special guest Meyer Hatchery Brand Ambassador Swampy Pines Homestead! In 2020 they started our chicken-raising journey with a flock of 10 Rhode Island Red hens from Meyer Hatchery and have grown …
March 27, 2023
Homegrown Pantry by Barbara Pleasant is our April Book of The Month pick. This book is a comprehensive resource for learning how to grow a wide variety of different food crops to fill your pantry and freezer. It covers the e…
Podcast Host
Jeff has been with Meyer Hatchery for nearly 10 years, but his poultry experience spans multiple decades. Keeping and showing all sorts of birds was a family affair for Jeff, wife, and his 5 kids, as they traveled around to midwest poultry events. His many years of experience have earned Jeff the status of semi-retired as he now enjoys traveling, ocean activities, and visiting his family.