Episodes

Are you looking to add some waterfowl to your flock? Listen as Linda shares all about waterfowl, and what you need to consider when adding them to your flock. Waterfowl can make a great addition to any farm! Wonderful Waterfowl resources Shop Meyer Hatchery's great selection of waterfowl! Help Desk Articles all about raising waterfowl

Listen as Linda shares all about our Bird of the Month - Marans! The Marans is a favorite chicken breed among backyard poultry keepers, and Meyer Hatchery offers eight color variations, including both popular favorites and rare options. Named after Marans, France, these docile and easily trainable birds are hardy in all climates, making them stellar pets, egg layers, or an excellent dual-purpose option. They consistently lay 150-200 large brown eggs per year, ranging from the darkest in the Bla...

It is a topic no one wants to talk about - pests in the coop! Listen as Jeff talks about different types of pests in the coop during the winter, and how to prevent them to keep your flock safe! Pests and Your Chickens Blog Shop Meyer Hatchery's Health and Wellness Products Winter Dust Bathing Tips Herbs in the Coop

Offering your flock the proper nutrition is so very important no matter the season! Listen as Jeff shares tips for nutrition in the winter for your flock. During the cold temperatures, your flock can benefit from extra protein, boredom busters, and more! Fermenting Chicken Feed Winter Care For Your Flock Easy Winter Boredom Busters Poultry Feeding Guidelines Shop Meyer Hatchery Cracked Corn and Scratch Grains https://meyerhatchery.com/products/Meyer-Hatchery-Cracked-Corn-p156354352 https://mey...

Welcome to season 4 of The Coop Podcast! To celebrate we are having a giveaway! Be sure to listen as Jeff shares some of the highlights from 2023, and come back to enter using this form here - https://forms.gle/2T2VwMPWbdHNFbFF8 One winner will receive a $40 Meyer Hatchery gift certificate and a Meyer Hatchery t-shirt! We will announce the winner through Meyer Hatchery's social media and the winner will be contacted via email to claim their prize! The giveaway ends on January 5, 2024. Be sure t...

Our December Book Of The Month Selection is a perfect winter read for those of us who may already run a farming business or for those who are considering this path. Start Your Farm by Forrest Pritchard and Ellen Polishuk is a fantastic book to help you launch your farm business, get organized, and think about some topics that you may not have considered prior to starting a farm. Get your copy this month with a 20% discount using code BOTM23 at checkout. All purchases during December will also re...

Explore the world of chickens with our November Book of the Month, Gail Damerow’s The Chicken Encyclopedia. This comprehensive guide takes you beyond breed basics, offering insights into chicken behaviors, terms, and exotic breeds, making it a must-have for every poultry lover. Don’t miss expanding your chicken knowledge, with 20% off and a free bookmark when you use the coupon code BOTM23 during November 2023. Purchase The Chicken Encyclopedia by Gail Damerow November's Book of the Month Shop...

Listen as Jeff interviews Linda (from our Customer Service team) all about Linda's experience raising Meyer Hatchery's Signature Broad Breasted Turkeys! Linda shares some tips to help you with your turkey-raising adventure as well! Shop Meyer Hatchery's Signature Broad Breasted White Turkeys Shop Meyer Hatchery's Signature Broad Breasted Black Turkeys Turkey Brooding 101

Welcome to season 4 of The Coop Podcast! Celebrate by listening to Jeff share all about Meyer Hatchery Chick Release 2024. Learn tips for ordering, new breeds available in 2024, and much more! Be sure to place your order now at https://meyerhatchery.com/ Learn more about our 2024 Chick Release - https://blog.meyerhatchery.com/order-chicks/

Meet our October Book of the Month. This comprehensive guide covers everything from knife selection and equipment to sanitation, slaughter, butchering techniques, and packaging. Learn the art of home poultry processing with step-by-step instructions and vivid photographs. Get 20% off with code BOTM23 in October, and you'll also receive a free disposable apron with your purchase! Listen in while Jeff shares all about this great reference book! Purchase Butchering Chickens by Adam Danforth Oct...

Fall is a great time to prepare your coop for the winter season! Listen as Jeff shares tips from our customer service team about how they get ready for the cold weather ahead. Cold Weather Products Ventilation in the Coop Deep Litter Method for Coop Cleaning and Maintenance Winter Boredom Busters DIY Comb Balm

Thinking about raising chicks this fall? Listen as Jeff and Linda share tips for starting your flock during the fall season! Check out our additional resources to help you with raising fall chicks! Raising Fall Chicks on YouTube Raising Fall Chicks Blog Visit Meyer Hatchery to order your fall chicks! Cold Weather Flock Supplies

September is here and with it comes our Meyer Hatchery Book of the Month. Our pick for this month is Storey’s Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds by Carol Ekarius. This is a fantastic resource for anyone who wants to learn more about poultry breeds or even for children in 4H. This book features over 128 captivating poultry breeds that come to life on the pages. It showcases a variety of poultry, accompanied by histories, distinguishing traits, and vibrant photographs. Get 20% off with code BOTM...

Keeping your flock safe is so very important! Listen as Jeff shares tips for predator-proofing in your coop. Learn about different types of predators, points to keep in mind when building and maintaining your coop, products that help with predator-proofing, and much more! Nite Guard Solar Powered Light - https://meyerhatchery.com/products/Nite-Guard-Solar-Powered-Nocturnal-Predator-Control-Light-p156348593 Nite Guard Repellant Tape - https://meyerhatchery.com/products/Nite-Guard-Repellent-Tape-...

Our August book of the month is another fantastic choice for the gardeners among us. Four Season Farm Gardener’s Cookbook by Barbara Damrosch and Eliot Coleman is a great resource for anyone interested in growing a large portion of their family’s vegetables and enjoys cooking with homegrown produce. If you want to become more self-sufficient and grow a garden, or if you already garden and want to learn more about high-efficiency year-round gardening, Four Season Farm Gardener’s Cookbook is a gr...

The summer heat can bring some unwanted pests into your coop! Listen as Jeff shares some tips for keeping your flock safe, cool, and healthy during the summer! Keeping Your Coop Smelling Fresh - https://youtu.be/5RxrfYKjrpQ External Parasites and Their Treatment - https://blog.meyerhatchery.com/2023/04/external-parasites-and-treatments/ Prozap Insectrin Dust - https://meyerhatchery.com/products/Prozap-Insectrin-Dust-p156348632 Meyer Hatchery Pest Control Products - https://meyerhatchery.com/pro...

We’re excited to feature The Chicken Health Handbook as our July Book of the Month. Authored by Gail Damerow, this comprehensive guide is a must-have for chicken keepers. It covers nutrition, diseases, diagnostic guides, treatments, and more. Order the book in July and receive a free vital pack to support your chickens’ well-being. Don’t forget to use coupon code BOTM23 for a 20% discount at checkout. Listen in while Jeff chats with Gail to learn more about her informational book! Purchase The...

Raising bantams is a fun and rewarding experience! Listen as Jeff shares some insight into bantams from their origin, tips for raising bantams, and why bantams would make a great addition to your flock! Shop our great selection of bantams - https://meyerhatchery.com/products/Bantams-c39349274 Some additional information all about bantams - https://meyerhatchery.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360009853472-Bantam-Identification https://blog.meyerhatchery.com/2023/05/all-about-bantams/ https://www...

Placing your order at meyerhatchery.com is quick and easy. Listen to learn some tips for placing your order including checking availability, choosing Marek's vaccination, and more! https://meyerhatchery.com/en/products/Whats-Hatching-c68660004 https://meyerhatchery.com/products/Chickens-c39349237 https://meyerhatchery.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360036874911-What-breeds-are-available-for-pick-up- https://meyerhatchery.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360038006832-Can-I-Choose-a-Later-Hatch-Date-

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 and creating a nurturing environment for your flock. Learn about coop design, brooding techniques, feeding, egg utilization, coop maintenance, and more. Get your copy this month with a 20% discount using code BOTM23 at checkout. Don’t miss out on this essential resource for b...

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 for toms and 20 pounds for hens with an ideal processing time frame of 16-22 weeks. Listen as Jeff shares more about these great turkeys! https://meyerhatchery.com/products/Meyer-Hatcherys-Signature-Broad-Breasted-White-Turkey-p504981829 https://meyerhatchery.com/products/Mey...

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/Whats-Hatching-c68660004 https://meyerhatchery.com/products/Chickens-c39349237 https://meyerhatchery.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360036874911-What-breeds-are-available-for-pick-up- https://meyerhatchery.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360038006832-Can-I-Choose-a-Later-Hatch-Da...

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 in raising turkeys. When you purchase the book during the month of May, you’ll also receive a free seed packet with your order! Use coupon code BOTM23 at checkout to receive the Book of the Month at a 20% discount. Listen as Jeff interviews Don, and learn some great informat...

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 since then. Learn all about why they started their homesteading journey, and what they have learned along the way. If you would like to follow along with their chicken and other homesteading adventures, follow them on Instagram @swampy.pines.homestead