Storey's Guide to Raising Turkeys, 3rd Edition: Breeds * Care * Marketing
Not only are turkeys an excellent source of succulent meat, rich eggs, and nutrient-dense manure, but they are curious, social, and friendly as well: a perfect and profitable choice for many farmers. Don Schrider brings his hands-on experience to this one-stop reference for humanely raising healthy turkeys. The revised and updated third edition includes: - Descriptions of more than a dozen heritage varieties- Humane handling methods- Feeding practices, including pasture-based production- Breeding, incubation, and brooding- Disease prevention- Protection from predators- Organic certification standards