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If you love Meyer Hatchery, we have the perfect program for you! Applications are now open to be a Meyer Hatchery Brand Ambassador. Spread some love for your flock across social media and earn rewards, exclusive perks, and get insider information on what's new and upcoming. Learn about the requirements of the program and how to apply in this episode of The Coop! Application for Meyer Hatchery Brand Ambassador

Snuggle up with your favorite chicken lovers for a special poultry-themed reading of 'Twas The Night Before Chickmas with Meyer Hatchery. Happy Holidays from our coop to yours! 'Twas the first night of Chickmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that Meyer Hatchery soon would be there; The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of baby chicks danced in their heads; And mamma in...

The Meyer Hatchery store is packed full of great gifts and decor for the holidays. Cheryl, the Manager of the retail store and the purchaser for Meyer Hatchery, joins Tessa on The Coop to share what great items are available both in-store and on the website as well as how she chooses what products we offer. Make your holiday wishlist now! How to Create a Wishlist Holiday Shop 12 days of Chickmas Meyer Hatchery Gift Card Supplies Holiday Gift Guide New for 2023

Running a no-waste household can feel like a challenge. Tessa and Jeff discuss how to use every part of the bird, from chickens and ducks to partridges and quail. Try some new ways to eliminate waste in your kitchen! Meat Birds Meat Bird Options Processing Supplies Processing Waterfowl "Butchering Chickens" by Adam Danforth Processing a Chicken From Start to Finish (Viewer Discretion Advised) Options For Processing Your Meat Birds

Meyer Hatchery chick release for 2023 is LIVE. Get your wishlist started and place your order for 2023 while inventory is hot! Listen to all the newest assortments and breeds that can be ordered starting today! View all new breeds, including breeds that will be available later in the season Wheaten Olive Egger Opal Legbar Now offering sexed Bantams on all breeds, including Silkies Meyer Hatchery's Signature White Turkey Meyer Hatchery's Signature Black Turkey Chocolate Orpingtons Colorful Egg La...

Poultry losses are hard whether it's your first flock or you're an experienced chicken keeper. In this episode of The Coop, Customer Service Team Member Linda shares her experiences with troubleshooting loss after years of caring for chicks. Sometimes you have to go back to square one and start over! Day old Chicks Brooders Feed Cleaning Supplies Medication and Wellness Wood shavings Brooding Checklist Coop Cleaning checklist Cleaning brooder video

Your baby chicks have turned into pullets and cockerels. It's time for them to move from the brooder to the coop! Jeff and Tessa discuss stress-free ways of introducing younger birds to your existing flock in this episode of The Coop! Chick Brooder Outdoor Playpen Playpen Cover DIY Broody Hen Box Placing Chicks with a Broody Hen Integrating New Chickens Into Your Existing Flock Tips for Acclimating Chicks

The Meyer Hatchery Fall Hatch-Along is underway! With the right tools and fertile hatching eggs, you can join in on the wonderful experience of incubating chicks at home. Learn how to choose the right incubator for you and how to make sure you have a successful hatch. Incubators Egg Candler/thermometer Hatching Eggs Incubation and Brooding Blogs Incubation and Hatch Record Freebies Brooder Kit

Have you noticed a drop in production yet? Don't wait until it's too late. Preserving eggs for use through winter is easy and convenient. Listen as Jeff and Tessa discuss the options for preservation to help you decide which option is best for your family. How to help a molting hen Waterglassing Candler Silicone Ice Cube Tray Salting Yolks Dehydrator Pickled Eggs

Guinea hatching eggs have arrived! Discover the beautiful assortments of Guineas we now offer to incubate at home! https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Guinea-Fowl-p156354538 https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Guinea-Hatching-Eggs-c130019539 https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Incubators-c39791183 https://blog.meyerhatchery.com/2017/07/raising-guineas/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gicMaYYxUDY

Gardening with chickens can be a nuisance. Let's talk about how you can use your flock to benefit your garden and what your garden can do for your flock! Must have books for your chicken library: https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Gardening-with-Chickens-p156357575 https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Complete-Compost-Gardening-p156354524 https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Free-Range-Chicken-Gardens-p156354569 More on our Blog: https://blog.meyerhatchery.com/?s=gardening+with+chickens Safe for your compost: Fres...

Please join us in welcoming Tessa to The Coop Podcast Team!

Join us as we chat all things turkey. Amanda and Jeff will be covering characteristics, needs, weights, and more. If you are thinking about adding turkeys to your homestead or just want to learn more you won't want to miss this. Shop Turkeys: https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Turkeys-c39791181 Brooding Turkeys 101: https://meyerhatchery.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360015096152-Turkey-Brooding-101-How-to-Raise-Heritage-and-Broad-Breasted-Poults-from-Arrival-to-Outside Blackhead Disease HDA: https:/...

Meyer Hatchery is now offering quail hatching eggs. If you are considering trying your hand at hatching and/or raising quail, you don't want to miss this interview! We've brought in qualified quail expert Michael to help answer some of the most asked questions. Quail Hatching Eggs: https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Quail-Hatching-Eggs-c127727570 Incubators: https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Incubators-c39791183 Gamebird Supplies: https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Gamebird-Supplies-c128378334 Coturnix Quail ...

Listen as we take a Meyer moment to share tips and tricks for keeping your flock cool and comfortable during an extreme heat wave. Waterers: https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Waterers-c39622104 Supplements: https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Supplements-c39783070 How to deal with summer heat blog: https://blog.meyerhatchery.com/2018/06/how-to-deal-with-summer-heat-and-your-flock/ Summer Heat YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMhYUI0a690 Quick and easy DIY frozen treats: https://www.youtube.c...

Today we wrap up our three-part series called Meat Shortages, now what? We welcomed Meyer Hatchery ambassador Elizabeth, with Crossing Creeks farm back to the podcast to talk about their farm's meat bird operation and her passion to provide pastured raised, organic fed, soy-free meats, and eggs direct to the consumer through their website as well as their onsight farm store. So whether you are a small poultry homesteader looking to expand your operation or a homesteader not in the position to r...

We are taking a midweek Meyer Moment to share some fun facts about bantams and a special announcement you don't want to miss! Bantams- https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Bantams-c39349274 Blog- https://blog.meyerhatchery.com/2022/02/whats-a-bantam-chicken-why-own-them/ Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/c/MeyerHatcheryOhio/search?query=bantams

Many of us are noticing the limited or bare meat shelves at the local groceries stores along with the rising costs. What if you were not able to purchase processed poultry at the grocery store? What if it becomes unaffordable? What now? In part 2 of this 3-part series, we welcome Meyer Hatchery Ambassador Meghan Gates as she shares her experience raising and processing meat birds in the Oklahoma Panhandle for her family as well as people in her community. Meghan is passionate about providing her...

Meat Shortages - Now What? Interview with Marie of Rusty Plow Farms. Part 1 of 3 Part Series Many of us are noticing the limited or bare meat shelves at the local groceries stores along with the rising costs. What if you were not able to purchase processed poultry at the grocery store? What if it becomes unaffordable? What now? Part 1 of this 3 part series will focus on various options for securing your meat. Marie from Rusty Plow Farms joins us to share her experience raising, processing, and s...

Considering raising meat chickens? The number of people wanting to raise their own chickens for meat is continually growing. Join us as we chat about all of the different meat chicken options Meyer Hatchery has to offer and the benefits of each. Links: Meat Chickens: https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Meat-Chickens-c39352239 All Meat Birds: https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Meat-Birds-c57267889 Dual Purpose Chickens: https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Dual-Purpose-Chickens-c52289048 All About Meat Birds Blog ...

In this episode, we chat with Kelsey Jorissen Olesen who owns and operates Green Willow Homestead, an 80-acre farm in Northwest Wisconsin. She and her husband, Paul, raise dairy goats, pastured hens, and cultivate a diverse market garden. Kelsey also manages the Farmers Market at Perlick Distillery in Sarona, Wisconsin where she brings together local growers, bakers, and artisans every week throughout the summer and fall. Alongside farming, Kelsey coaches and teaches farmers how to use online m...

Today we are talking about all of the new and exciting things Meyer Hatchery is offering for 2022. Whether you are looking for something unique to add to your flock, or want to try a new poultry type there may be something in the episode to peak your interest! All new items: https://www.meyerhatchery.com/New-c112148691 Ayam Cemani: https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Ayam-Cemani-Day-Old-Chicks-p411389837 Fibro Easter Egger: https://www.meyerhatchery.com/Fibro-Easter-Egger-Day-Old-Chicks-p446066236 Fri...

In this episode, we catch up with Lisa Steele, the well-known founder of Fresh Eggs Daily. Listen as Meyer Hatchery celebrates with Lisa on the release of her newest book; The Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook. We are proud to be a Gold Level Underwriter of her public television show Welcome To My Farm and we'll also chat about her experience as a television celebrity and host. You don't want to miss this one because we are doing a giveaway! Follow this link to enter the giveaway ! Order Lisa's new book...

AI, also known as Avian Influenza or the bird flu, is something that is always present and continuously monitored by the USDA. Recently there have been increased reports of a Eurasian H5 strain of high pathogenic Avian Influenza that have put poultry owners on alert. Today we are discussing what this virus is, symptoms to watch for as well as ways to protect your flock. If you notice an ill bird or have experienced a sudden loss, reach out to State/Federal officials, either through your state ve...