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